Job - Chhuriya, Rajnandgaon
Job is a village situated in the Chhuriya tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhuriya and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Job village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Job is 440930. The village covers a total geographical area of 442.74 hectares and falls under the 491558 pincode. Chhuria is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Job village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khujji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Job
As per Census 2011, Job village has a total population of 1,088 people, consisting of 540 males and 548 females. The village has 249 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 143 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 664 literate and 424 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 790 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Job are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,088 | 540 | 548 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 68 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 790 | 397 | 393 |
| Literate Population | 664 | 398 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 424 | 142 | 282 |
Nearby Villages of Job
Job 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Katenga Tola | North-East | 2.58 km |
| Pandrapani | West | 3.38 km |
| Markakasa | South-East | 3.75 km |
| Anko | North | 4.02 km |
| Hetadkasa | West | 4.37 km |
| Jaitgudra | East | 4.51 km |
| Kidkadi | West | 5.06 km |
| Morkutum | East | 5.08 km |
| Bharri Tola | South-East | 5.68 km |
| Khobha | North-East | 5.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Job
Job is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bortalao, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhuria to Job is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Job is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Job
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Job village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Job
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Job village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Job
Where is Job located?
Job village is located in Chhuriya Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Job?
Job is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Job?
The pincode of Job is 491558.
What is the population of Job?
Job has a total population of 1,088, including 540 males and 548 females.
How many households are there in Job?
There are 249 households in Job.
What is the literacy rate in Job?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Job is 61.03%. Male literacy is 73.70% and female literacy is 48.54%.