Chopan - Dharni, Amravati
Chopan is a village situated in the Dharni tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharni and around 198 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Chaura Kund serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chopan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chopan is 531480. The village covers a total geographical area of 219 hectares and falls under the 444702 pincode. Achalpur is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Chopan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chopan
According to the 2011 Census, Chopan village had a total population of 466 people, including 245 males and 221 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.28%, with male literacy at 80.90% and female literacy at 52.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 461.
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 | 466 | 245 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 46 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 461 | 243 | 218 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 161 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 84 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Chopan
Chopan 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 Chopan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chopan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Achalpur to Chopan is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Chopan is about 198 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chopan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chopan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chopan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chopan 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Chopan
Where is Chopan located?
Chopan village is located in Dharni Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chopan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chopan is Chaura Kund.
What is the pincode of Chopan?
The pincode of Chopan is 444702.
What is the population of Chopan?
Chopan had a total population of 466, including 245 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Chopan?
Chopan had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chopan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chopan was 67.28%. Male literacy was 80.90% and female literacy was 52.22%.