Chau - Senha, Lohardaga
Chau is a village situated in the Senha subdivision of Lohardaga district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Senha and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Lohardaga. Alaundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chau village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chau is 363112. The village covers a total geographical area of 289 hectares and falls under the 835302 pincode.
Chau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chau
According to the 2011 Census, Chau village had a total population of 282 people, including 134 males and 148 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 1,104 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.87%, with male literacy at 72.48% and female literacy at 46.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 240.
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 | 282 | 134 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 240 | 113 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 79 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 55 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Chau
Chau 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Garhgaon | West | 1.04 km |
| Churku | South-East | 1.69 km |
| Heswe | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Chandwa | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Sake | North-West | 2.55 km |
| Alaundi | South-East | 2.71 km |
| Chaukni | North-East | 2.94 km |
| Danru | North-East | 3.54 km |
| Ganeshpur | West | 3.65 km |
| Chamru | South-East | 3.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chau
Chau is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lohardaga, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Lohardaga to Chau is about 23 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 Chau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chau 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chau
Where is Chau located?
Chau village is located in Senha Subdivision, Lohardaga district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chau?
The Gram Panchayat of Chau is Alaundi.
What is the pincode of Chau?
The pincode of Chau is 835302.
What is the population of Chau?
Chau had a total population of 282, including 134 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Chau?
Chau had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chau was 58.87%. Male literacy was 72.48% and female literacy was 46.72%.