Chaprani - Jalog, Shimla
Chaprani is a village situated in the Jalog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 80 km from Shimla. Karyali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaprani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaprani is 024183. The village covers a total geographical area of 185.19 hectares and falls under the 171019 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Chaprani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaprani
As per Census 2011, Chaprani village has a total population of 192 people, consisting of 90 males and 102 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 1,133 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 154 literate and 38 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaprani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 192 | 90 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 78 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 12 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Chaprani
Chaprani 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 Chaprani
Public transport in the Chaprani is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Chaprani is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaprani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaprani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chaprani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaprani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chaprani
Where is Chaprani located?
Chaprani village is located in Jalog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaprani?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaprani is Karyali.
What is the pincode of Chaprani?
The pincode of Chaprani is 171019.
What is the population of Chaprani?
Chaprani has a total population of 192, including 90 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Chaprani?
There are 39 households in Chaprani.
What is the literacy rate in Chaprani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaprani is 80.21%. Male literacy is 86.67% and female literacy is 74.51%.