Kob - Una, Gir Somnath
Kob is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from Una and around 170 km from Junagadh. Kob village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kob is 515353. The village covers a total geographical area of 1712.04 hectares and falls under the 362510 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kob village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kodinar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kob
As per Census 2011, Kob village has a total population of 5,542 people, consisting of 2,820 males and 2,722 females. The village has 958 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 852 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,851 literate and 2,691 illiterate residents. Additionally, 776 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kob are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,542 | 2,820 | 2,722 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 852 | 443 | 409 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 776 | 393 | 383 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,851 | 1,721 | 1,130 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,691 | 1,099 | 1,592 |
Nearby Villages of Kob
Kob 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 Kob
Public transport in the Kob is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kob.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Una to Kob is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Kob is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kob
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kob village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kob
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kob village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kob
Where is Kob located?
Kob village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kob?
Kob is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kob?
The pincode of Kob is 362510.
What is the population of Kob?
Kob has a total population of 5,542, including 2,820 males and 2,722 females.
How many households are there in Kob?
There are 958 households in Kob.
What is the literacy rate in Kob?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kob is 51.44%. Male literacy is 61.03% and female literacy is 41.51%.