Pobi - Jamua, Giridih
Pobi is a village situated in the Jamua subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamua and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Pobi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pobi is 351242. The village covers a total geographical area of 517 hectares and falls under the 815315 pincode.
Pobi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pobi
As per Census 2011, Pobi village has a total population of 3,911 people, consisting of 2,014 males and 1,897 females. The village has 596 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 719 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,960 literate and 1,951 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,459 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pobi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,911 | 2,014 | 1,897 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 719 | 355 | 364 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,459 | 726 | 733 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,960 | 1,293 | 667 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,951 | 721 | 1,230 |
Nearby Villages of Pobi
Pobi 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 Pobi
Pobi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Pobi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Pobi is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pobi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pobi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pobi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pobi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pobi
Where is Pobi located?
Pobi village is located in Jamua Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pobi?
Pobi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pobi?
The pincode of Pobi is 815315.
What is the population of Pobi?
Pobi has a total population of 3,911, including 2,014 males and 1,897 females.
How many households are there in Pobi?
There are 596 households in Pobi.
What is the literacy rate in Pobi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pobi is 50.12%. Male literacy is 64.20% and female literacy is 35.16%.