Chopra - Buxwaha, Chhatarpur
Chopra is a village situated in the Buxwaha tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Buxwaha and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Kanjara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chopra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chopra is 458427. The village covers a total geographical area of 1716.8 hectares and falls under the 471311 pincode. Buxwaha is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Chopra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chopra
As per Census 2011, Chopra village has a total population of 311 people, consisting of 164 males and 147 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 139 literate and 172 illiterate residents. Additionally, 149 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chopra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 311 | 164 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 30 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 149 | 78 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 83 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 81 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Chopra
Chopra 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 Chopra
Chopra 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buxwaha to Chopra is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Chopra is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chopra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chopra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chopra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chopra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chopra
Where is Chopra located?
Chopra village is located in Buxwaha Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chopra?
The Gram Panchayat of Chopra is Kanjara.
What is the pincode of Chopra?
The pincode of Chopra is 471311.
What is the population of Chopra?
Chopra has a total population of 311, including 164 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Chopra?
There are 59 households in Chopra.
What is the literacy rate in Chopra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chopra is 44.69%. Male literacy is 50.61% and female literacy is 38.10%.