Koru Chhota - Kandisaur, Tehri Garhwal
Koru Chhota is a village situated in the Kandisaur tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 90 km from Tehri and around 90 km from New Tehri. Darmali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koru Chhota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koru Chhota is 043724. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.57 hectares and falls under the 249132 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Koru Chhota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Koru Chhota
According to the 2011 Census, Koru Chhota village had a total population of 126 people, including 64 males and 62 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.15%, with male literacy at 84.62% and female literacy at 57.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 126 | 64 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 44 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 20 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Koru Chhota
Koru Chhota is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Maugh | North-East | 1.29 km |
| Bagon Madhe Bagal Chak | South | 1.34 km |
| Bagon | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Katkhet | North-West | 1.47 km |
| Bhunyara | East | 1.50 km |
| Indra Gaon | North | 1.98 km |
| Badethi | East | 2.07 km |
| Kainthogi | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Baret | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Matholi | North-East | 2.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Koru Chhota
Koru Chhota is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dehradun, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.8 km.
| 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 Chamba to Koru Chhota is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Koru Chhota is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koru Chhota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koru Chhota 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 Koru Chhota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koru Chhota 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Koru Chhota
Where is Koru Chhota located?
Koru Chhota village is located in Kandisaur Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Koru Chhota?
The Gram Panchayat of Koru Chhota is Darmali.
What is the pincode of Koru Chhota?
The pincode of Koru Chhota is 249132.
What is the population of Koru Chhota?
Koru Chhota had a total population of 126, including 64 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Koru Chhota?
Koru Chhota had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koru Chhota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koru Chhota was 71.15%. Male literacy was 84.62% and female literacy was 57.69%.