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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Chawda
According to the 2011 Census, Chawda village had a total population of 951 people, including 489 males and 462 females, living in 187 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.58%, with male literacy at 56.06% and female literacy at 28.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 657.
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 | 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 had a total population of 951, including 489 males and 462 females.
How many households are there in Chawda?
Chawda had 187 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chawda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chawda was 42.58%. Male literacy was 56.06% and female literacy was 28.43%.