Chilpar - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Chilpar is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 124 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Chilpad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chilpar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chilpar is 043160. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.62 hectares and falls under the 249192 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Chilpar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chilpar
As per Census 2011, Chilpar village has a total population of 326 people, consisting of 154 males and 172 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 1,116 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 186 literate and 140 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chilpar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 326 | 154 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 111 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 43 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Chilpar
Chilpar 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 Chilpar
Chilpar 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 Devprayag to Chilpar is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Chilpar is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chilpar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chilpar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chilpar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chilpar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chilpar
Where is Chilpar located?
Chilpar village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chilpar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chilpar is Chilpad.
What is the pincode of Chilpar?
The pincode of Chilpar is 249192.
What is the population of Chilpar?
Chilpar has a total population of 326, including 154 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Chilpar?
There are 70 households in Chilpar.
What is the literacy rate in Chilpar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chilpar is 57.06%. Male literacy is 72.08% and female literacy is 43.60%.