Chhora - Khoyrasol, Birbhum
Chhora is a village situated in the Khoyrasol subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khoyrasol and around 31.9 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Rupuspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhora is 318322. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.05 hectares and falls under the 731123 pincode. Dubrajpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chhora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhora
According to the 2011 Census, Chhora village had a total population of 925 people, including 471 males and 454 females, living in 216 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.76%, with male literacy at 88.76% and female literacy at 72.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 208.
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 | 925 | 471 | 454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 35 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 208 | 101 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 684 | 387 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 84 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Chhora
Chhora 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 Chhora
Chhora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chhora.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dubrajpur to Chhora is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Chhora is about 31.9 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhora 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 Chhora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhora 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chhora
Where is Chhora located?
Chhora village is located in Khoyrasol Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chhora?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhora is Rupuspur.
What is the pincode of Chhora?
The pincode of Chhora is 731123.
What is the population of Chhora?
Chhora had a total population of 925, including 471 males and 454 females.
How many households are there in Chhora?
Chhora had 216 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhora was 80.76%. Male literacy was 88.76% and female literacy was 72.26%.