Chobas - Sunam, Sangrur
Chobas is a village situated in the Sunam tehsil of Sangrur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sunam and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Sangrur. Chowas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chobas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chobas is 039859. The village covers a total geographical area of 1226 hectares and falls under the 148028 pincode. Sunam is the nearest town.
Chobas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sunam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangrur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chobas
According to the 2011 Census, Chobas village had a total population of 4,563 people, including 2,441 males and 2,122 females, living in 792 households. The sex ratio was 869 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.42%, with male literacy at 61.00% and female literacy at 55.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,151.
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 | 4,563 | 2,441 | 2,122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 503 | 272 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,151 | 601 | 550 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,372 | 1,323 | 1,049 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,191 | 1,118 | 1,073 |
Nearby Villages of Chobas
Chobas 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 Chobas
Chobas 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 Sangrur to Chobas is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chobas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chobas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chobas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chobas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chobas
Where is Chobas located?
Chobas village is located in Sunam Tehsil, Sangrur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chobas?
The Gram Panchayat of Chobas is Chowas.
What is the pincode of Chobas?
The pincode of Chobas is 148028.
What is the population of Chobas?
Chobas had a total population of 4,563, including 2,441 males and 2,122 females.
How many households are there in Chobas?
Chobas had 792 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chobas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chobas was 58.42%. Male literacy was 61.00% and female literacy was 55.47%.