Chopan - Karanja, Wardha
Chopan is a village situated in the Karanja tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanja and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Chopan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chopan is 533640. The village covers a total geographical area of 283.79 hectares and falls under the 442201 pincode. Arvi is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Chopan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chopan
According to the 2011 Census, Chopan village had a total population of 807 people, including 425 males and 382 females, living in 185 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.41%, with male literacy at 89.54% and female literacy at 78.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 807 | 425 | 382 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 52 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 601 | 334 | 267 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 91 | 115 |
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
Chopan 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 | 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 Arvi to Chopan is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Chopan is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Karanja Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chopan?
Chopan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chopan?
The pincode of Chopan is 442201.
What is the population of Chopan?
Chopan had a total population of 807, including 425 males and 382 females.
How many households are there in Chopan?
Chopan had 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chopan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chopan was 84.41%. Male literacy was 89.54% and female literacy was 78.76%.