Chaura - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Chaura is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Choura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaura is 050526. The village covers a total geographical area of 624.5 hectares and falls under the 263642 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Chaura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaura
As per Census 2011, Chaura village has a total population of 563 people, consisting of 246 males and 317 females. The village has 124 households and a sex ratio of 1,288 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 357 literate and 206 illiterate residents. Additionally, 402 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 158 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 563 | 246 | 317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 42 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 402 | 174 | 228 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 71 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 357 | 187 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 59 | 147 |
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
Public transport in the Chaura is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Chaura is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 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 Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaura?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaura is Choura.
What is the pincode of Chaura?
The pincode of Chaura is 263642.
What is the population of Chaura?
Chaura has a total population of 563, including 246 males and 317 females.
How many households are there in Chaura?
There are 124 households in Chaura.
What is the literacy rate in Chaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaura is 63.41%. Male literacy is 76.02% and female literacy is 53.63%.