Chaupara - Thal, Pithoragarh
Chaupara is a village situated in the Thal tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from Didihat and around 45 km from Pithoragarh. Dingoti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaupara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaupara is 049257. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.64 hectares and falls under the 262572 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Chaupara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaupara
According to the 2011 Census, Chaupara village had a total population of 79 people, including 38 males and 41 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,079 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 97.01%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 94.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 79 | 38 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 31 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 7 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Chaupara
Chaupara 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 Chaupara
Chaupara 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 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 Chaupara is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Chaupara is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaupara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaupara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chaupara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaupara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chaupara
Where is Chaupara located?
Chaupara village is located in Thal Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chaupara?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaupara is Dingoti.
What is the pincode of Chaupara?
The pincode of Chaupara is 262572.
What is the population of Chaupara?
Chaupara had a total population of 79, including 38 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Chaupara?
Chaupara had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaupara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaupara was 97.01%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 94.44%.