Topchanchi

Note: The map alongside presents some of the notable locations in the area.

The region shown in the map lies to the north of Dhanbad city and is an extensive rural area with villages (particularly in the northern areas) scattered around hills.

The Kolkata-Agra National Highway 19 (old number NH 2)/ Grand Trunk Road cuts across the southern part of the region.

This reservoir is famous as Topchanchi lake attracting thousands of tourists around the year.

[4] The Topchanchi Wildlife Sanctuary covers a sprawling plot that measures approximately 8.75 square kilometers.

Although the Topchanchi Wildlife Sanctuary is not that spacious yet it manages to preserve the innocuous essence of the wild beasts that reside in it.

[6][7] As per the 2011 Census of India, Topchanchi had a total population of 6,082 of which 3,109 (51%) were males and 2,973 (49%) were females.

Amongst the recreational and cultural facilities, the nearest cinema theatre is available at Gomoh There is 1 auditorium/ community hall.

[10] Topchanchi is on National Highway 19 (old numbering NH 2)/ Grand Trunk Road.

Divisions of Jharkhand