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
As per Census 2011, Choparya village has a total population of 123 people, consisting of 54 males and 69 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 1,277 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 77 literate and 46 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Choparya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 123 | 54 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| 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 has a total population of 123, including 54 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Choparya?
There are 29 households in Choparya.
What is the literacy rate in Choparya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choparya is 62.60%. Male literacy is 79.63% and female literacy is 49.28%.