Chapoli - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Chapoli is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 70 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Chapoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chapoli is 043052. The village covers a total geographical area of 227.27 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Chapoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chapoli
As per Census 2011, Chapoli village has a total population of 739 people, consisting of 326 males and 413 females. The village has 164 households and a sex ratio of 1,266 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 390 literate and 349 illiterate residents. Additionally, 133 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chapoli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 739 | 326 | 413 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 64 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 66 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 390 | 198 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 349 | 128 | 221 |
Nearby Villages of Chapoli
Chapoli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Nandoli | North | 0.99 km |
| Khadoli Talli | East | 1.26 km |
| Khon Bagi | North-West | 1.47 km |
| Khadoli Malli | East | 1.62 km |
| Gwalna | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Rikhwani | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Kumai Gaon | West | 2.10 km |
| Sirmoli | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Sandankot | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Jagdhar | North | 2.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chapoli
Chapoli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devprayag to Chapoli is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Chapoli is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chapoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chapoli 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 Chapoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chapoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chapoli
Where is Chapoli located?
Chapoli village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chapoli?
Chapoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chapoli?
The pincode of Chapoli is 249161.
What is the population of Chapoli?
Chapoli has a total population of 739, including 326 males and 413 females.
How many households are there in Chapoli?
There are 164 households in Chapoli.
What is the literacy rate in Chapoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chapoli is 52.77%. Male literacy is 60.74% and female literacy is 46.49%.