Chaura - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Chaura is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 76 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Chaunra (nailchami) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaura is 042980. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.8 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 76 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 Ghanshali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaura
According to the 2011 Census, Chaura village had a total population of 390 people, including 193 males and 197 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 1,021 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.23%, with male literacy at 91.77% and female literacy at 61.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27.
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 | 390 | 193 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 145 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 48 | 95 |
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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Tehri to Chaura is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Chaura is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chaura
Where is Chaura located?
Chaura village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaura?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaura is Chaunra (nailchami).
What is the pincode of Chaura?
The pincode of Chaura is 249155.
What is the population of Chaura?
Chaura had a total population of 390, including 193 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Chaura?
Chaura had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaura was 76.23%. Male literacy was 91.77% and female literacy was 61.45%.