Chaba Village - Shergarh, Jodhpur
Chaba is a village situated in the Shergarh tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shergarh and around 117 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Chaba village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaba is 085414. The village covers a total geographical area of 1980.53 hectares and falls under the 342022 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 117 km away.
Chaba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shergarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaba
As per Census 2011, Chaba village has a total population of 4,136 people, consisting of 2,196 males and 1,940 females. The village has 724 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 746 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,149 literate and 1,987 illiterate residents. Additionally, 987 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 132 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaba are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,136 | 2,196 | 1,940 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 746 | 400 | 346 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 987 | 524 | 463 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 69 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 2,149 | 1,429 | 720 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,987 | 767 | 1,220 |
Nearby Villages of Chaba
Chaba is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamda Nagar | North | 4.41 km |
| Bhom Sagar | South-West | 4.63 km |
| Jamda Laxmangarh | East | 5.20 km |
| Genangarh | East | 6.47 km |
| Parbatsar | West | 6.82 km |
| Bhopal Nagar | South-East | 7.31 km |
| Jognagar | South | 7.34 km |
| Khumansar | West | 8.50 km |
| Abhasar | North-West | 8.54 km |
| Chabawas | South-West | 8.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chaba
Public transport in the Chaba is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tilwara, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.5 km.
| 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 Jodhpur to Chaba is about 117 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chaba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaba 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 Chaba
Where is Chaba located?
Chaba village is located in Shergarh Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaba?
Chaba is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chaba?
The pincode of Chaba is 342022.
What is the population of Chaba?
Chaba has a total population of 4,136, including 2,196 males and 1,940 females.
How many households are there in Chaba?
There are 724 households in Chaba.
What is the literacy rate in Chaba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaba is 51.96%. Male literacy is 65.07% and female literacy is 37.11%.