Cheora - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Cheora is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 0.6 km from Sarisha and around 34.8 km from Alipore. Sarisa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Cheora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cheora is 334484. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.1 hectares and falls under the 743330 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Cheora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Cheora
As per Census 2011, Cheora village has a total population of 963 people, consisting of 513 males and 450 females. The village has 193 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 629 literate and 334 illiterate residents. Additionally, 220 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Cheora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 963 | 513 | 450 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 83 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 220 | 120 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 629 | 351 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 162 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Cheora
Cheora 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 Cheora
Cheora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Cheora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Cheora is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Cheora is about 34.8 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 Cheora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cheora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Cheora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cheora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Cheora
Where is Cheora located?
Cheora village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cheora?
The Gram Panchayat of Cheora is Sarisa.
What is the pincode of Cheora?
The pincode of Cheora is 743330.
What is the population of Cheora?
Cheora has a total population of 963, including 513 males and 450 females.
How many households are there in Cheora?
There are 193 households in Cheora.
What is the literacy rate in Cheora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cheora is 65.32%. Male literacy is 68.42% and female literacy is 61.78%.