Chopara - Jakholi*, Rudraprayag
Chopara is a village situated in the Jakholi* tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakholi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Sod Bhargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chopara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chopara is 042651. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.03 hectares and falls under the 246141 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Chopara 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 Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chopara
According to the 2011 Census, Chopara village had a total population of 388 people, including 158 males and 230 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 1,456 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.99%, with male literacy at 86.67% and female literacy at 54.30%.
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 | 388 | 158 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 38 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 205 | 104 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 54 | 129 |
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
Public transport in the Chopara 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 Rudraprayag to Chopara is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chopara
Where is Chopara located?
Chopara village is located in Jakholi* Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chopara?
The Gram Panchayat of Chopara is Sod Bhargaon.
What is the pincode of Chopara?
The pincode of Chopara is 246141.
What is the population of Chopara?
Chopara had a total population of 388, including 158 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Chopara?
Chopara had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chopara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chopara was 66.99%. Male literacy was 86.67% and female literacy was 54.30%.