Chobari - Bhachau, Kachchh
Chobari is a village situated in the Bhachau taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhachau and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Chobari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chobari is 506635. The village covers a total geographical area of 9239.67 hectares and falls under the 370140 pincode. Bhachau is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Chobari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rapar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kachchh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chobari
As per Census 2011, Chobari village has a total population of 8,000 people, consisting of 4,132 males and 3,868 females. The village has 1,712 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,479 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,073 literate and 4,927 illiterate residents. Additionally, 615 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chobari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,000 | 4,132 | 3,868 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,479 | 762 | 717 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 615 | 317 | 298 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 3,073 | 1,978 | 1,095 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,927 | 2,154 | 2,773 |
Nearby Villages of Chobari
Chobari 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 Chobari
Chobari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhachau to Chobari is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Chobari is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chobari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chobari 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 Chobari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chobari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chobari
Where is Chobari located?
Chobari village is located in Bhachau Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chobari?
Chobari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chobari?
The pincode of Chobari is 370140.
What is the population of Chobari?
Chobari has a total population of 8,000, including 4,132 males and 3,868 females.
How many households are there in Chobari?
There are 1,712 households in Chobari.
What is the literacy rate in Chobari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chobari is 38.41%. Male literacy is 47.87% and female literacy is 28.31%.