Dharwar is a major town situated in Giridih District of Jharkhand. It is on the state highway connecting Jamua and Bagodar. The town is around 30 km south of Kowar and 19 km west of Markacho.
Dhab (29 km west), Gawan (24km north), Karihari (7 km east), Kharagdiha (19 km east), Barki Saria (29 km south) and Koiridih (32 km south) are located around Dharwar. Short excursions can be arranged to Maheshmunda St Pius X Church, Usri Falls and Khandoli Park.