Chapar - Kosya Kutauli, Nainital
Chapar is a village situated in the Kosya Kutauli tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kosya Kutauli and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Chapad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chapar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chapar is 054571. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.68 hectares and falls under the 263138 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Chapar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chapar
According to the 2011 Census, Chapar village had a total population of 338 people, including 151 males and 187 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,238 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.84%, with male literacy at 95.38% and female literacy at 81.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 114, 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 | 338 | 151 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 46 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 260 | 124 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 27 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Chapar
Chapar 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 Chapar
Public transport in the Chapar is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Almora to Chapar is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Chapar is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chapar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chapar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chapar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chapar 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 Chapar
Where is Chapar located?
Chapar village is located in Kosya Kutauli Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chapar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chapar is Chapad.
What is the pincode of Chapar?
The pincode of Chapar is 263138.
What is the population of Chapar?
Chapar had a total population of 338, including 151 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Chapar?
Chapar had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chapar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chapar was 87.84%. Male literacy was 95.38% and female literacy was 81.93%.