Choparya - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Choparya is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from Devprayag and around 80 km from New Tehri. Jiyalgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Choparya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choparya is 043334. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.79 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Kirtinagar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Choparya 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 Choparya
According to the 2011 Census, Choparya village had a total population of 123 people, including 54 males and 69 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,278 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.30%, with male literacy at 91.49% and female literacy at 55.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33.
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 | 123 | 54 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 43 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 11 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Choparya
Choparya 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 Choparya
Choparya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kirtinagar to Choparya is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Choparya is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Choparya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choparya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Choparya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Choparya 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 Choparya
Where is Choparya located?
Choparya village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Choparya?
The Gram Panchayat of Choparya is Jiyalgarh.
What is the pincode of Choparya?
The pincode of Choparya is 249161.
What is the population of Choparya?
Choparya had a total population of 123, including 54 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Choparya?
Choparya had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Choparya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choparya was 71.30%. Male literacy was 91.49% and female literacy was 55.74%.