Choura - Chakisain, Pauri Garhwal
Choura is a village situated in the Chakisain tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 41 km from Thalisain and around 60 km from Pauri. Choura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choura is 046513. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.83 hectares and falls under the 246130 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Choura 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 Srinagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Choura
According to the 2011 Census, Choura village had a total population of 320 people, including 168 males and 152 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.97%, with male literacy at 86.36% and female literacy at 59.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 320 | 168 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 36 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 114 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 54 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Choura
Choura 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 Choura
Choura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pauri to Choura is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Choura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Choura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Choura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Choura
Where is Choura located?
Choura village is located in Chakisain Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Choura?
Choura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Choura?
The pincode of Choura is 246130.
What is the population of Choura?
Choura had a total population of 320, including 168 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Choura?
Choura had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Choura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choura was 72.97%. Male literacy was 86.36% and female literacy was 59.06%.