Jobi - Loharghat, Solan
Jobi is a village situated in the Loharghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 90 km from Solan. Malaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jobi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jobi is 020564. The village covers a total geographical area of 140 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
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 Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jobi
According to the 2011 Census, Jobi village had a total population of 381 people, including 207 males and 174 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 841 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.19%, with male literacy at 81.77% and female literacy at 62.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 99.
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 | 381 | 207 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 54 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 148 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 59 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Jobi
Jobi 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 Jobi
Jobi 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Jobi is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Loharghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jobi?
The Gram Panchayat of Jobi is Malaon.
What is the pincode of Jobi?
The pincode of Jobi is 174102.
What is the population of Jobi?
Jobi had a total population of 381, including 207 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Jobi?
Jobi had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jobi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jobi was 73.19%. Male literacy was 81.77% and female literacy was 62.91%.