Chhapra - Ambala Cantonment, Ambala
Chhapra is a village situated in the Ambala Cantonment tehsil of Ambala district, Haryana. It is located approximately 36 km from Ambala and around 36 km from Ambala. Chhapra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhapra is 057471. The village covers a total geographical area of 559 hectares and falls under the 133101 pincode. Ambala is the nearest town.
Chhapra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ambala City Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhapra
According to the 2011 Census, Chhapra village had a total population of 2,634 people, including 1,392 males and 1,242 females, living in 487 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.90%, with male literacy at 74.28% and female literacy at 63.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 467.
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 | 2,634 | 1,392 | 1,242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 325 | 183 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 467 | 246 | 221 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,591 | 898 | 693 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,043 | 494 | 549 |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhapra
Chhapra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ambala to Chhapra is about 36 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 Chhapra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhapra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chhapra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhapra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhapra
Where is Chhapra located?
Chhapra village is located in Ambala Cantonment Tehsil, Ambala district, Haryana, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chhapra?
Chhapra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chhapra?
The pincode of Chhapra is 133101.
What is the population of Chhapra?
Chhapra had a total population of 2,634, including 1,392 males and 1,242 females.
How many households are there in Chhapra?
Chhapra had 487 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhapra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhapra was 68.90%. Male literacy was 74.28% and female literacy was 63.00%.