Shobha - Mainpur, Gariyaband
Shobha is a village situated in the Mainpur tehsil of Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from Mainpur and around 155 km from Raipur. Shobha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shobha is 445414. The village covers a total geographical area of 510.35 hectares and falls under the 493888 pincode. Gobra Nawapara is the nearest town, located about 112 km away.
Shobha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bindranawagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shobha
As per Census 2011, Shobha village has a total population of 850 people, consisting of 391 males and 459 females. The village has 188 households and a sex ratio of 1,173 females per 1,000 males. There are 106 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 560 literate and 290 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 707 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shobha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 850 | 391 | 459 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 51 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 707 | 321 | 386 |
| Literate Population | 560 | 290 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 101 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Shobha
Shobha 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 Shobha
Shobha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gobra Nawapara to Shobha is about 112 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Shobha is about 155 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shobha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shobha 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shobha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shobha 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 Shobha
Where is Shobha located?
Shobha village is located in Mainpur Tehsil, Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shobha?
Shobha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shobha?
The pincode of Shobha is 493888.
What is the population of Shobha?
Shobha has a total population of 850, including 391 males and 459 females.
How many households are there in Shobha?
There are 188 households in Shobha.
What is the literacy rate in Shobha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shobha is 65.88%. Male literacy is 74.17% and female literacy is 58.82%.