Chawda - Kasmar, Bokaro
Chawda is a village situated in the Kasmar subdivision of Bokaro district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasmar and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Bokaro. Murhul Sudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chawda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chawda is 362535. The village covers a total geographical area of 333.34 hectares and falls under the 827302 pincode.
Chawda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chawda
As per Census 2011, Chawda village has a total population of 951 people, consisting of 489 males and 462 females. The village has 187 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 350 literate and 601 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 657 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chawda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 951 | 489 | 462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 68 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 657 | 335 | 322 |
| Literate Population | 350 | 236 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 601 | 253 | 348 |
Nearby Villages of Chawda
Chawda 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 Chawda
Chawda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bokaro to Chawda is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chawda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chawda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chawda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chawda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chawda
Where is Chawda located?
Chawda village is located in Kasmar Subdivision, Bokaro district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chawda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chawda is Murhul Sudi.
What is the pincode of Chawda?
The pincode of Chawda is 827302.
What is the population of Chawda?
Chawda has a total population of 951, including 489 males and 462 females.
How many households are there in Chawda?
There are 187 households in Chawda.
What is the literacy rate in Chawda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chawda is 36.80%. Male literacy is 48.26% and female literacy is 24.68%.