Chopa
Chopa is a village located in Goregaon tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Goregaon (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Chopa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chopa unique in its vibrant Goregaon-Gondiya region. You’ll see Chopa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chopa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chopa is 537720. The village spans a total geographical area of 74.81 hectares. Gondiya is nearest town to Chopa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chopa village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Arjuni-morgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhandara - Gondiya Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chopa
Population of Chopa
According to the 2011 Census, Chopa has a total population of about 423, with approximately 220 males and 203 females. The sex ratio is around 922 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 63 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 27 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 32. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.34%, with male literacy at about 78.64% and female literacy near 65.52%. There are around 96 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chopa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 423 | 220 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 36 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 173 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 47 | 70 |
Connectivity of Chopa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chopa. As per the 2011 stats, Chopa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chopa
Knowing the nearby villages of Chopa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chopa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chopa
- Where is Chopa located?
- Chopa village is situated in Goregaon Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chopa?
- Chopa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Chopa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chopa is 423, with 220 males and 203 females.
- How many households are there in Chopa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chopa village has a total of 96 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chopa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chopa is 72.34%. The male literacy rate is 78.64%, while the female literacy rate is 65.52%.