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
According to the 2011 Census, Shobha village had a total population of 850 people, including 391 males and 459 females, living in 188 households. The sex ratio was 1,174 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.27%, with male literacy at 85.29% and female literacy at 66.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 707.
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 | 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 had a total population of 850, including 391 males and 459 females.
How many households are there in Shobha?
Shobha had 188 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shobha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shobha was 75.27%. Male literacy was 85.29% and female literacy was 66.83%.