Chupra - Jainti, Almora
Chupra is a village situated in the Jainti tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jainti and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Chupra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chupra is 053446. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.91 hectares and falls under the 263626 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Chupra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chupra
As per Census 2011, Chupra village has a total population of 209 people, consisting of 87 males and 122 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 1,402 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 114 literate and 95 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chupra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 209 | 87 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 14 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 35 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 64 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 23 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Chupra
Chupra 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 Chupra
Public transport in the Chupra is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Chupra is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chupra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chupra 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 Chupra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chupra 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 Chupra
Where is Chupra located?
Chupra village is located in Jainti Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chupra?
Chupra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chupra?
The pincode of Chupra is 263626.
What is the population of Chupra?
Chupra has a total population of 209, including 87 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Chupra?
There are 51 households in Chupra.
What is the literacy rate in Chupra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chupra is 54.55%. Male literacy is 73.56% and female literacy is 40.98%.