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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chopara
As per Census 2011, Chopara village has a total population of 409 people, consisting of 219 males and 190 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 867 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 312 literate and 97 illiterate residents. Additionally, 195 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chopara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 409 | 219 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 195 | 98 | 97 |
| 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 has a total population of 409, including 219 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Chopara?
There are 71 households in Chopara.
What is the literacy rate in Chopara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chopara is 76.28%. Male literacy is 82.19% and female literacy is 69.47%.