Chaparh is a small village in Almora district, Uttarakhand in Bhikiyasain tehsil of Bhikiyasain development block. It is part of the rural landscape of Bauli Gram Panchayat in rural Kumaon in the villages of Bauli and Bhikiyasain. According to the village records, Chaparh is IDed as village code 051668.
Chaparh is not a trade center but a tranquil hill village. The nearest important village-level reference point is Bauli, and the nearest major centre for regular services, shopping and transport is Bhikiyasain.
Chaparh is situated in Bhikiyasain tehsil and in Almora district, Uttarakhand, in Bhikiyasain block. According to the Census Linked Village List, the village of Chaparh is part of Bauli Gram Panchayat with village code 051668.
Chaparh has the character of a small rural Kumaon village. Other villages and hills encircle the village. It is not a market town; so there won't be a wide choice of shops or tourist facilities to be expected, but rather a rural, tranquil setting.
Annotation of Bauli is significant to Chaparh as the village is part of the gram panchayat Bauli. There are also several settlements located nearby, such as Khanoliya, Jamoli, Jaminiwar, Dhunga and Amoli, as listed in the local records. Bhikiyasain is more useful for regular shopping, transportation and other basic needs.
From Ramnagar, head towards Bhikiyasain, then head through the local road network towards Bauli and Chaparh.
An easy description of a route is:
The principal local reference point of Chaparh is Bhikiyasain. According to one village record, the Bhikiyasain sub-district headquarters is located approximately 15 km away from Chaparh, but according to another record has a shorter distance and is based on a different reference point. Due to this difference, it is advisable to use a recent map for precise driving distance.
Air is the practical mode of travel followed by road for this part of Kumaon; for air travellers, Pantnagar Airport is the practical airport.
The primary means of transportation to Chaparh is by road. The village is recorded as being linked to the road network of the countryside, and there is a nearby district road described in the village records. Local roads and footpaths are also relevant where the final move around the village takes place.
The final approach could be slower than on the main hill roads, so visitors should allow for some extra time. Rainfall can be a factor with smaller hill roads, so it is helpful to check the road conditions at the time when the monsoon season arrives.
Bhikiyasain is the most useful market centre near Chaparh for visitors to Chaparh. It offers the option to purchase everyday needs and other shopping regularly. The nearest administrative point is Bauli, as Chaparh is under the jurisdiction of the Gram Panchayat of Bauli.
According to the records of the village, the nearest statutory town is Ranikhet, but this is an older administrative reference and should not be seen as an actual current driving distance.
The rural environment of Chaparh includes agriculture. The available records of the village refer to wheat, ragi and paddy as the agricultural commodities of the village. This is information from older village-level records and should be displayed as recorded crops, not as crops that are grown year-round now. The adjacent farmland is a significant feature of the landscape.
Not much is known at present with a degree of certainty about the history of Chaparh. There were no major historical monuments or religious sites inside the village which could be positively identified through reliable sources.
It is better not to add an unsupported story of the origin of the village, or a story of the temple, or a local legend, for the Chalopahad page. If it can be obtained later, reliable information on a local temple, festival, or traditional practice can be added.
Chaparh is not a tourist town or village but is predominantly rural. The surrounding hills, agricultural landscape, and the nearby villages have more relevance for a visitor to Chaparh.
If the trip is extended to Kumaon, then depending on the route, Bhikiyasain, Ranikhet or Dwarahat and Ramnagar can be considered. These are destinations that span a wider area and should be avoided from being touted as attractions right around Chaparh.
The general seasonal conditions of Chaparh are similar to those of the Kumaon hills. Spring and Fall are relatively mild times to go around the village and in the surrounding area. The summer is pleasant, but mornings and evenings can be cool as opposed to the plains.
Additional planning is needed for the monsoon, especially on smaller roads in villages. Rain has the potential to impact the condition of the road and make travel take longer. At night, during winter months, mornings and evenings can be chilly, particularly for overnight visitors. Weather and road conditions should be checked before going out on a trip.
Chaparh is ideal for those who are interested in the rural side of Almora district. It has a local character due to its association with Bauli Gram Panchayat, adjacent villages and the natural terrain of the hills.
From Ramnagar or Haldwani, it is convenient to reach Bhikiyasain first and then go towards Bauli and Chaparh. Chaparh is a small village; it makes sense to make a travel plan to the village in advance, including the means of transport, food and accommodation.
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Detail |
Information |
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Village |
Chaparh |
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Gram Panchayat |
Bauli |
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Tehsil |
Bhikiyasain |
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Block |
Bhikiyasain |
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District |
Almora |
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State |
Uttarakhand |
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Village Code |
051668 |
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PIN Code |
263667 |
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Main travel mode |
Road |
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Nearest useful centre |
Bhikiyasain |
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Local administrative reference |
Bauli |
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Nearby villages |
Khanoliya, Jamoli, Jaminiwar,
Dhunga, Amoli |
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