Chopara - Kosya Kutauli, Nainital
Chopara is a village situated in the Kosya Kutauli tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kosya Kutauli and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Chopra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chopara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chopara is 054540. The village covers a total geographical area of 195.12 hectares and falls under the 263135 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Chopara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chopara
According to the 2011 Census, Chopara village had a total population of 409 people, including 219 males and 190 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.14%, with male literacy at 95.74% and female literacy at 79.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 195.
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 | 409 | 219 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 195 | 98 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 312 | 180 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 39 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Chopara
Chopara 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 Chopara
Chopara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Chopara is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Chopara is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chopara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chopara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chopara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chopara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chopara
Where is Chopara located?
Chopara village is located in Kosya Kutauli Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chopara?
The Gram Panchayat of Chopara is Chopra.
What is the pincode of Chopara?
The pincode of Chopara is 263135.
What is the population of Chopara?
Chopara had a total population of 409, including 219 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Chopara?
Chopara had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chopara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chopara was 88.14%. Male literacy was 95.74% and female literacy was 79.52%.