Chirua - Katkamsandi, Hazaribagh
Chirua is a village situated in the Katkamsandi subdivision of Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katkamsandi and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Hazaribagh. Shahpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chirua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chirua is 368614. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.24 hectares and falls under the 825319 pincode. Hazaribagh is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Chirua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hazaribagh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Nearby Villages of Chirua
Chirua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Banjhia | West | 1.44 km |
| Hesa Kudar | East | 1.51 km |
| Katkamsanr | South | 2.27 km |
| Edla | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Shahapur | North-West | 2.84 km |
| Kathoutia | East | 3.09 km |
| Guri | North | 3.73 km |
| Kharika | South-East | 3.74 km |
| Jhardag | North-East | 3.93 km |
| Duari | South-West | 3.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chirua
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chirua. The nearest railway station is Yadugram Bh, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hazaribagh to Chirua is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chirua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chirua 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 Chirua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chirua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Chirua
Where is Chirua located?
Chirua village is located in Katkamsandi Subdivision, Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chirua?
The Gram Panchayat of Chirua is Shahpur.
What is the pincode of Chirua?
The pincode of Chirua is 825319.