Garhwa is a city and district headquarters located in the north-western part of Jharkhand, close to the border with Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. It lies in the Palamu region and plays an important role as an administrative and commercial center for nearby rural areas. The city is surrounded by plains, small hills, and forest patches, giving it a semi-rural landscape. Agriculture is the main occupation of the region, with crops like rice, wheat, pulses, and maize widely grown. Garhwa also supports local trade, markets, and small businesses that serve surrounding villages. Road and rail connectivity link the city with Palamu, Daltonganj, and other nearby regions. The area has a strong presence of tribal and rural culture. Garhwa continues to develop gradually with improvements in infrastructure, education, and public services.