Chopal - Chaupal, Shimla
Chopal is a village situated in the Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Chanju -chopal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chopal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chopal is 025590. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.45 hectares and falls under the 171211 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Chopal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chopal
According to the 2011 Census, Chopal village had a total population of 96 people, including 50 males and 46 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.54%, with male literacy at 95.00% and female literacy at 71.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85.
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 | 96 | 50 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 44 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 38 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 12 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Chopal
Chopal 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 Chopal
Chopal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Shimla to Chopal is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chopal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chopal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chopal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chopal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Chopal
Where is Chopal located?
Chopal village is located in Chaupal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chopal?
The Gram Panchayat of Chopal is Chanju -chopal.
What is the pincode of Chopal?
The pincode of Chopal is 171211.
What is the population of Chopal?
Chopal had a total population of 96, including 50 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Chopal?
Chopal had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chopal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chopal was 83.54%. Male literacy was 95.00% and female literacy was 71.79%.