Chaura - Someshwar, Almora
Chaura is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Chaura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaura is 053359. The village covers a total geographical area of 186.12 hectares and falls under the 263637 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Chaura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaura
According to the 2011 Census, Chaura village had a total population of 344 people, including 161 males and 183 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 1,137 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.46%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 76.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 196.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 344 | 161 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 94 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 251 | 131 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 30 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Chaura
Chaura is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chaura
Chaura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Chaura is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chaura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chaura
Where is Chaura located?
Chaura village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chaura?
Chaura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chaura?
The pincode of Chaura is 263637.
What is the population of Chaura?
Chaura had a total population of 344, including 161 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Chaura?
Chaura had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaura was 87.46%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 76.92%.