Chakwa - Chainpur, Palamu
Chakwa is a village situated in the Chainpur subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chainpur and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Purbdiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakwa is 366675. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 822110 pincode.
Chakwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Chakwa
Chakwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhat Kolhua | South | 0.79 km |
| Kolhua Khurd | South-West | 0.92 km |
| Katuwal Kalan | North-West | 1.13 km |
| Katuwal Khurd | West | 1.28 km |
| Mahuliya | South | 1.76 km |
| Purna Majhgawan | South-West | 1.77 km |
| Karamdih | East | 1.77 km |
| Mantuwa | South | 1.85 km |
| Kakatua | East | 2.06 km |
| Patarhia Khurd | North | 2.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chakwa
The nearest railway station is Rajhura, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 128.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Medininagar (daltonganj) to Chakwa is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Chakwa
Where is Chakwa located?
Chakwa village is located in Chainpur Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakwa is Purbdiha.
What is the pincode of Chakwa?
The pincode of Chakwa is 822110.