How to Shop Groceries from Your Local Grocery Stores Online – The Easy Way with chotu

Shopping for groceries has always been part of our daily routine – but now, it doesn’t have to mean walking down to the store or waiting for a delivery app to find your address.

With platforms like chotu, you can now buy from your trusted local grocery stores online, get same-day delivery, and still enjoy the personal service of your neighborhood shopkeeper.Here’s how the new wave of local online grocery shopping works – and why it’s smarter, faster, and more sustainable than ever before.

Step 1: Find Local Grocery Shops Near You

Instead of searching across big marketplaces, simply look for “grocery shop near me” or “kirana stores near me” – and you’ll find nearby shops listed on chotu.

Every chotu store has its own digital shop page – with store name, contact info, products, and even a direct WhatsApp ordering button.That means you can shop directly from real stores in your area – no middlemen, no extra delivery fees.

Step 2: Browse Your Groceries Online

Once you open a chotu store page, you’ll find everything your local kirana sells – from rice, dal, and cooking oil to biscuits, snacks, soaps, and detergents.

Each product is clearly listed with:

✅ Name & image

✅ Quantity & price

✅ Availability infoYou can message the store on WhatsApp right from the shop page to confirm stock or request a quick home delivery.

Step 3: Order on WhatsApp in One Tap

This is where chotu makes online grocery shopping beautifully simple.

No complex apps. No checkout forms. No passwords.

Just:

1️⃣ Tap “Order on WhatsApp”

2️⃣ Chat directly with your local shop owner

3️⃣ Share your grocery list which already added through visual cart

4️⃣ Confirm your order & delivery time

It’s fast, personal, and direct – just like the old neighborhood experience, now with digital ease.

Step 4: Get Groceries Delivered by Your Local Store

Most chotu-listed shops already offer same-day or same-hour delivery within your area.

Because they’re nearby, your groceries travel less distance – meaning faster delivery and lower cost.

You can also choose pickup if you prefer to collect your items on your way home.Either way, your money supports local business, not distant warehouses.

❤️ Why Shop with chotu Instead of Big Apps?

FeaturechotuBig Grocery Apps
Local Store ConnectionYou buy directly from real neighborhood shopsAggregated, anonymous suppliers
CommunicationDirect WhatsApp chat with store ownerIn-app chatbots or support lines
Product AvailabilityActual local stockDepends on warehouse inventory
PricingLocal & flexibleMarked-up or dynamic
Trust & FamiliarityYou already know your shopBrand-level anonymity

With chotu, your kirana stays visible online 24×7, helping you shop local, support your community, and enjoy faster fulfillment – all while keeping that neighborhood connection alive.

The Future of Grocery Shopping is Local + Digital

India’s grocery ecosystem is evolving fast – but the next phase of e-commerce won’t belong to big warehouses or aggregators.

It’ll belong to local stores that go online, connect directly with customers, and build lasting relationships.

chotu is making that future happen today.Whether you’re a customer looking to shop smarter or a store owner wanting to sell online, chotu connects both sides – simply, directly, and permanently.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is chotu?
Namaste. I am chotu, your friendly shopboy. I make ordering from your shop simple on WhatsApp.
What does chotu do?
Customers can see your full product list online (like Zepto/Blinkit). They add to cart and order directly on WhatsApp.
Is chotu like Swiggy, Zomato, Zepto or Blinkit?
No. Those are delivery apps made for buyers. They control prices, delivery, and own your customer data. chotu is an ordering app made for you, the shopkeeper. You keep full control: prices, payments and your customer info.
Is chotu same as WhatsApp Business Catalog?
Almost, but one big difference: With chotu, you get a ready-made catalog for your shop type. No need to type a single word. Just turn OFF items you don’t sell. Plus, you get a QR code and link to share anywhere.
Do customers order with me directly or with chotu?
Orders come straight to your WhatsApp. chotu does not know what is ordered or who your customer is.
Do customers need to download chotu?
No. They can order by:
  • Scanning your QR code


  • Clicking your shop link

(If they install chotu, it only makes reordering easier.)

So, there are two apps?
Yes, the red chotu app is for buyers, golden chotu Owner app is for you, the shopkeeper. You can install both if you want.

How will my shop look?
Like any online store (Amazon/Flipkart). Buyers can browse, search, and add to cart. Click on LIVE DEMO to see how your shop will look.
Do I need a laptop, Excel, or English?
No. Only a WhatsApp number is enough. Works in all Indian languages. chotu runs only on mobile.
How much does chotu cost?
Starts ₹999, one-time payment. No rent. No subscription. No commission. It’s your shop forever.
How do I get paid?
Customers pay you directly, not through chotu. They can give cash in hand or through UPI (PhonePe, Google Pay, Paytm, etc.). No change in payments at all.


Will chotu deliver orders?
No. Delivery is your choice.
  • Ask customer to pick up


  • Send through your boy/helper
  • Use Rapido, Dunzo, etc.


Can customers pay cash?
Yes. As always.
How will I know if I got an order?
You’ll hear a “ka-ching” on the chotu Owner app and get the order on WhatsApp.
Can customers order at night?
Yes. 24×7. You can deliver when you are open.
My customers have cousins in the USA, can they also order?
Yes. Your shop is now open to the whole world, 24X7.
How do I promote my shop?
When you buy a shop, you get a shop link and a QR.
  • Share shop link on WhatsApp Status, Groups, Instagram, YouTube, etc.


  • Print QR on your shopboard, visiting cards, no-parking boards.


Will I get new customers?
Yes, through your link/QR and local promotion. With VIP Pass, your shop ranks higher on chotu search.
What is VIP Pass?
VIP Pass is a value added service with extra benefits:
  • Higher ranking in customer searches
  • Ability to edit your shop details
  • Priority customer support
How do I buy the VIP Pass?
All shops come with a built-in FREE VIP Pass. You do not need to purchase it right now. You can login to the chotu Owner app to buy the VIP Pass later.
Do I need GST or a physical shop?
No. Just a WhatsApp number is enough. Physical shop is optional.
What does owning a shop mean on chotu?
Like you buy a shop in the real world, you are buying a space in the digital world, which is yours forever.
What if I don’t get orders at first?
Share your shop link with existing customers. Once they try it, they will reorder and refer new buyers. If you have a Google My Business profile, you should update your shop link there too to get more orders.
Who is behind chotu? Can I trust it?
The team has decades of experience at Microsoft, Oracle, airtel and studied at IIT & IIM. They are building chotu with only one purpose: make ordering with local shops as easy as UPI made payments.
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