Chupra Khet - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Chupra Khet is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Chupdakhet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chupra Khet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chupra Khet is 049194. The village covers a total geographical area of 259.04 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Chupra Khet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chupra Khet
According to the 2011 Census, Chupra Khet village had a total population of 174 people, including 86 males and 88 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.32%, with male literacy at 94.74% and female literacy at 57.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49.
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 | 174 | 86 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 21 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 72 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 14 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Chupra Khet
Chupra Khet 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 Khet
Public transport in the Chupra Khet is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Chupra Khet is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Chupra Khet is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chupra Khet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chupra Khet 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 Chupra Khet
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 Khet 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 Khet
Where is Chupra Khet located?
Chupra Khet village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chupra Khet?
The Gram Panchayat of Chupra Khet is Chupdakhet.
What is the pincode of Chupra Khet?
The pincode of Chupra Khet is 262551.
What is the population of Chupra Khet?
Chupra Khet had a total population of 174, including 86 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Chupra Khet?
Chupra Khet had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chupra Khet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chupra Khet was 75.32%. Male literacy was 94.74% and female literacy was 57.32%.