Chopapara - Purakhasia, South West Garo Hills
Chopapara is a village situated in the Purakhasia subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 35 km from Zikzak and around 85 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chopapara is 273922. The village falls under the 794001 pincode.
Chopapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Salmanpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chopapara
As per Census 2011, Chopapara village has a total population of 192 people, consisting of 98 males and 94 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 63 literate and 129 illiterate residents. Additionally, 189 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chopapara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 192 | 98 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 189 | 96 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 63 | 43 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 55 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Chopapara
Chopapara 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 Chopapara
Chopapara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Tura to Chopapara is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chopapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chopapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chopapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chopapara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chopapara
Where is Chopapara located?
Chopapara village is located in Purakhasia Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Chopapara?
The pincode of Chopapara is 794001.
What is the population of Chopapara?
Chopapara has a total population of 192, including 98 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Chopapara?
There are 39 households in Chopapara.
What is the literacy rate in Chopapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chopapara is 32.81%. Male literacy is 43.88% and female literacy is 21.28%.