Chowa - Sarwan, Deoghar
Chowa is a village situated in the Sarwan subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sarwan and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Baijukura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chowa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chowa is 353738. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 814150 pincode. Deoghar is the nearest town.
Chowa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chowa
As per Census 2011, Chowa village has a total population of 112 people, consisting of 69 males and 43 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 623 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 84 literate and 28 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chowa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 112 | 69 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 57 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 12 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Chowa
Chowa 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 Chowa
Chowa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Chowa is about 22 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 Chowa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chowa 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 Chowa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chowa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chowa
Where is Chowa located?
Chowa village is located in Sarwan Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chowa?
The Gram Panchayat of Chowa is Baijukura.
What is the pincode of Chowa?
The pincode of Chowa is 814150.
What is the population of Chowa?
Chowa has a total population of 112, including 69 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Chowa?
There are 18 households in Chowa.
What is the literacy rate in Chowa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chowa is 75.00%. Male literacy is 82.61% and female literacy is 62.79%.