Jobi - Kharsia, Raigarh
Jobi is a village situated in the Kharsia tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kharsia and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Raigarh. Jobi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jobi is 435153. The village covers a total geographical area of 1621.31 hectares and falls under the 496665 pincode. Kharsia is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Jobi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kharsia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jobi
As per Census 2011, Jobi village has a total population of 2,623 people, consisting of 1,254 males and 1,369 females. The village has 570 households and a sex ratio of 1,091 females per 1,000 males. There are 414 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,712 literate and 911 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,764 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jobi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,623 | 1,254 | 1,369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 414 | 204 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 49 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,764 | 834 | 930 |
| Literate Population | 1,712 | 950 | 762 |
| Illiterate Population | 911 | 304 | 607 |
Nearby Villages of Jobi
Jobi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagjhar | West | 2.98 km |
| Barra | South-East | 3.10 km |
| Khamhar | South-West | 3.55 km |
| Khardgaon | South-West | 3.80 km |
| Patrapali | North-West | 3.90 km |
| Kafarmar | North-East | 4.08 km |
| Barkonha | North | 4.18 km |
| Kurru | East | 4.41 km |
| Gorpar | South-West | 5.16 km |
| Puchhiyapali | South | 5.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jobi
Jobi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jharradih, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Kharsia to Jobi is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Jobi is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jobi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jobi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jobi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jobi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jobi
Where is Jobi located?
Jobi village is located in Kharsia Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jobi?
Jobi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jobi?
The pincode of Jobi is 496665.
What is the population of Jobi?
Jobi has a total population of 2,623, including 1,254 males and 1,369 females.
How many households are there in Jobi?
There are 570 households in Jobi.
What is the literacy rate in Jobi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jobi is 65.27%. Male literacy is 75.76% and female literacy is 55.66%.