Chopara - Goharganj, Raisen
Chopara is a village situated in the Goharganj tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Goharganj and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Murhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chopara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chopara is 484344. The village covers a total geographical area of 574.198 hectares and falls under the 464990 pincode. Gairatganj is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Chopara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chopara
As per Census 2011, Chopara village has a total population of 2,244 people, consisting of 1,190 males and 1,054 females. The village has 396 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 362 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,161 literate and 1,083 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 289 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chopara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,244 | 1,190 | 1,054 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 362 | 172 | 190 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 19 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 289 | 156 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 1,161 | 744 | 417 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,083 | 446 | 637 |
Nearby Villages of Chopara
Chopara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rojda Bajyaft | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Ashapuri | West | 2.57 km |
| Ambai | East | 3.26 km |
| Amarthon | North-East | 3.65 km |
| Padrai | South | 3.71 km |
| Dadrod | North | 4.08 km |
| Dangarwara | South-East | 4.63 km |
| Jamuniya Bazyaft | West | 4.72 km |
| Nagri | East | 4.75 km |
| Resalpur | West | 5.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chopara
Chopara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Obaidulla Ganj, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gairatganj to Chopara is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Chopara is about 35 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 Chopara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chopara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chopara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chopara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chopara
Where is Chopara located?
Chopara village is located in Goharganj Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chopara?
The Gram Panchayat of Chopara is Murhari.
What is the pincode of Chopara?
The pincode of Chopara is 464990.
What is the population of Chopara?
Chopara has a total population of 2,244, including 1,190 males and 1,054 females.
How many households are there in Chopara?
There are 396 households in Chopara.
What is the literacy rate in Chopara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chopara is 51.74%. Male literacy is 62.52% and female literacy is 39.56%.