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
As per Census 2011, Chobas village has a total population of 4,563 people, consisting of 2,441 males and 2,122 females. The village has 792 households and a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males. There are 503 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,372 literate and 2,191 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,151 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chobas are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 4,563, including 2,441 males and 2,122 females.
How many households are there in Chobas?
There are 792 households in Chobas.
What is the literacy rate in Chobas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chobas is 51.98%. Male literacy is 54.20% and female literacy is 49.43%.