Chau

Chau is a village located in Senha subdivision of Lohardaga district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Senha (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Lohardaga. As per 2009 stats, Alaundi is the gram panchayat of Chau village.

Chau has its own place in the vibrant Lohardaga region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Chau

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chau is 363112. The village spans a total geographical area of 289 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835302. Senha is nearest town to Chau village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Chau

Below is a concise population overview of Chau as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 282 134 148
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 51 25 26
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 240 113 127
Literate Population 136 79 57
Illiterate Population 146 55 91

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chau village:

  • The total population of Chau village is around 282, including approximately 134 males and 148 females, with a sex ratio of 1104 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 51 children aged 0–6 years in Chau village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chau village has 240 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chau village is about 48.23%, with male literacy at 58.96% and female literacy at 38.51%.
  • There are around 64 households in Chau village.

Connectivity of Chau

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chau. As per the 2011 stats, Chau had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chau

Knowing the nearby villages of Chau helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chau.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Chau

Where is Chau located?
Chau village is situated in Senha Subdivision, within the Lohardaga district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chau?
The Gram Panchayat of Chau is Alaundi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chau?
The pincode of Chau is 835302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chau as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chau is 282, with 134 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Chau as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chau village has a total of 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chau as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chau is 48.23%. The male literacy rate is 58.96%, while the female literacy rate is 38.51%.