Chira Chas

Chira Chas, part of Chas municipality (Chas Ward #2), in the state of Jharkhand, India is a suburb of Bokaro Steel City and Chas. It is included in the urban area of Bokaro Steel City. Chira Chas is notable for its real estate boom, with many housing projects (Anand Vihar, Kunj Vihar, Chanakya Puri Colony, Great Alexander Colony, Gulshan Enclave) and integrated townships being built within its scenic environs. Due to close proximity to Bokaro, coupled with an increase in spending capacity of citizens, real estate prices in Chira Chas have gradually increased since 2001.

Chira Chas
Real Estate Hub of Bokaro
Sri Sri Kalika Maharani Temple at Kalika Vihar at Chira Chas Bokaro
Chira Chas
Location in Jharkhand, India
Chira Chas
Chira Chas (India)
Coordinates: 23.65°N 86.18°E / 23.65; 86.18
Country India
StateJharkhand
DistrictBokaro
Government
 • BodyChas Municipal Corporation
Elevation
210 m (690 ft)
Population
 • Total50,000
Languages
 • OfficialHindi, Urdu, Santali
Time zoneUTC+5:30 (IST)
PIN
827013
Telephone code916542
Vehicle registrationJH 09

History

Chira Chas was once a desolate and poor cousin of its populous counterpart Chas. The mid-nineties saw development of the suburbs first housing societies. From scattered hamlets to the integrated and modern townships[1] being built today, Chira Chas has come a long way. Chira Chas has seen the development of 10-15 colonies and mini townships over the last few years.

Geography

Chira Chas is located at 23.65°N 86.18°E / 23.65; 86.18.[2] It has an average elevation of 210 metres (688 feet). It is situated east of River Garga, from the river till the Damodar River.

Demographics

More than 50 thousand citizens reside at Chira Chas, living in multitude of completed apartments and bungalow.[3] Demographic is essentially composed of retired BSL employees, their families and indigenous population composed of villagers. Due to a booming population, the area has seen a study influx of shopping supermarkets, retail outlets and educational establishments. Proximity to Bokaro Steel City, better quality of life, absolute ownership over residential dwellings are few of the reasons for the increasing population at Chira Chas. Thanks to inherently diverse nature of Bokaro's urban populace, Chira Chas residents hail from different states and regions, epitomizing unity in diversity.[4]

Things to see
  • Sri Sri Kalika Maharani Temple - Situated at Kalika Vihar ( at Ashiyana garden, phase 3), this 90 feet tall temple, devoted to Devi Kali Ma, (also known as 'Sri Sri Karunandomayee Maa') is an architectural marvel, in the shape of a flower, with petals forming entrances. This temple is also known as Sri Sri Karunamayee Temple.
  • Old Shiva Mandir - Located at the main road of Chira Chas 23.65°N 86.18°E / 23.65; 86.18.[5]
  • Nature Trail - Chira Chas is characterized by its beautiful country side and miles of meandering 'kuccha' roads, known as 'nature trail'.

Education

Several prominent educational institutions and public schools are located at Chira Chas. Apart from established schools such as Kid Zee play school, Saint Paul Academy, Rainbow Public school, Bachpan play school, College of Management & Computer Education (CMCE - Bokaro) caters to graduate and post graduate education. Established in 1995, CMCE offers BBA, BCA degrees and 100% FREE Skill Development Courses in Computer, Soft Skills, Management, etc. under DGET, Govt. of India Project.[6]

Places in the vicinity

References
  1. Shashank Shekhar,The Telegraph (8 February 2010). "Telegraph Story on Bokaro, Chira Chas Real Estate Boom". The Telegraph (Kolkata). Retrieved 25 March 2012.
  2. "Chira Chas". Wikimapia. Retrieved 25 March 2012.
  3. Prabhat Khabar (20 April 2013). "Prabhat Khabar Story on population figure". Prabhat Khabar Website. Retrieved 22 April 2013.
  4. Prabhat Khabar (26 April 2013). "Demographic diversity at Chira Chas". Prabhat Khabar Website. Archived from the original on 30 June 2013. Retrieved 26 April 2013.
  5. "Old Shiva Temple". Wikimapia. Retrieved 25 March 2012.
  6. Prabhat Khabar (17 May 2013). "Chira Chas emerging as a hub for technical and management education". Prabhat Khabar Website. Archived from the original on 30 June 2013. Retrieved 20 May 2013.
  7. Shashank Shekhar,The Telegraph (19 June 2009). "Telegraph Article about Bokaro Mall". The Telegraph (Kolkata). Retrieved 25 March 2012.
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