Chaura - Jakholi*, Rudraprayag
Chaura is a village situated in the Jakholi* tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakholi and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Chaunra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaura is 042653. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.75 hectares and falls under the 246141 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 43 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 Rudraprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaura
According to the 2011 Census, Chaura village had a total population of 496 people, including 223 males and 273 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 1,224 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.57%, with male literacy at 91.76% and female literacy at 70.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 232.
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 | 496 | 223 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 41 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 232 | 110 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 335 | 167 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 56 | 105 |
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 bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chaura
Where is Chaura located?
Chaura village is located in Jakholi* Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chaura?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaura is Chaunra.
What is the pincode of Chaura?
The pincode of Chaura is 246141.
What is the population of Chaura?
Chaura had a total population of 496, including 223 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Chaura?
Chaura had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaura was 79.57%. Male literacy was 91.76% and female literacy was 70.29%.