Bokaro
Bokaro is a district in the Jharkhand State of India. The total area of Bokaro district is 2,883 km², which includes 2,446.21 km² of rural area and 436.79 km² of urban area. There are about 611 villages in Bokaro district.
For administrative convenience, Bokaro district is divided into Tehsils, Blocks, PS, and Community Development Blocks (C.D. Blocks). In many states, Blocks or C.D. Blocks are treated the same as tehsils, though they may have slightly different roles depending on the region.
A Community Development Block is a rural area set aside for administration and development. Each block is managed by a Block Development Officer (BDO) and includes several gram panchayats, which are the local governing bodies at the village level.
There are 9 subdivisions in Bokaro district. Here is the list of all Bokaro Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Bokaro District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bermo | 98 | 1,89,777 |
| 2 | Chandankiyari | 376 | 2,30,238 |
| 3 | Chandrapura | 121 | 1,32,162 |
| 4 | Chas | 577 | 8,13,402 |
| 5 | Gumia | 677 | 2,31,185 |
| 6 | Jaridih | 201 | 1,04,988 |
| 7 | Kasmar | 200 | 89,974 |
| 8 | Nawadih | 314 | 1,38,454 |
| 9 | Peterwar | 319 | 1,32,150 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Gumia is the largest subdivision in bokaro district, covering an area of 677.16 km², while Bermo is the smallest subdivision in the district, with an area of 97.70 km². Chas is the most populous, whereas Kasmar is the least populous subdivision in bokaro district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Gumia | Chas |
| Smallest Tehsil | Bermo | Bermo |
Population of Bokaro District
The population of Bokaro offers a clear picture of how people are spread across its villages and towns. In the sections below, you’ll find details about total population, gender-wise distribution, child population, literacy rates, social groups like SC and ST, household count, and population density. Together, this information helps understand the structure and diversity of the district.
Basic Population Details
This section covers important demographic figures of Bokaro, including the number of males and females, children aged 0–6, total households, and literacy status in rural and urban areas. These indicators highlight the human development status and help identify gaps in basic services like education and housing.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 20,62,330 | 10,78,686 | 9,83,644 |
| Total Male Population | 10,72,807 | 5,54,954 | 5,17,853 |
| Total Female Population | 9,89,523 | 5,23,732 | 4,65,791 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,93,786 | 1,69,694 | 1,24,092 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,52,803 | 87,270 | 65,533 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,40,983 | 82,424 | 58,559 |
| Literate Population | 12,73,520 | 5,77,178 | 6,96,342 |
| Literate Male Population | 7,59,088 | 3,57,363 | 4,01,725 |
| Literate Female Population | 5,14,432 | 2,19,815 | 2,94,617 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,88,810 | 5,01,508 | 2,87,302 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,13,719 | 1,97,591 | 1,16,128 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,75,091 | 3,03,917 | 1,71,174 |
| Households | 3,94,918 | 2,06,148 | 1,88,770 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Bokaro district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Bokaro district is 20,62,330, including 10,72,807 males and 9,89,523 females. In rural areas, it is 10,78,686, including 5,54,954 males and 5,23,732 females. In urban areas, it is 9,83,644, including 5,17,853 males and 4,65,791 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Bokaro district is 2,93,786, including 1,52,803 boys and 1,40,983 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,69,694, including 87,270 boys and 82,424 girls. In urban areas, it is 1,24,092, including 65,533 boys and 58,559 girls.
- Literate population in Bokaro district is around 12,73,520, including 7,59,088 males and 5,14,432 females. In rural areas, it is 5,77,178, including 3,57,363 males and 2,19,815 females. In urban areas, it is 6,96,342, including 4,01,725 males and 2,94,617 females.
- Illiterate population in Bokaro district is about 7,88,810, including 3,13,719 males and 4,75,091 females. In rural areas, it is 5,01,508, including 1,97,591 males and 3,03,917 females. In urban areas, it is 2,87,302, including 1,16,128 males and 1,71,174 females.
- There are about 3,94,918 households in Bokaro district, including 2,06,148 in rural areas and 1,88,770 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Bokaro. It also includes data on how densely people live in rural versus urban areas. Together, these figures offer insights into community spread and the pressure on local infrastructure and services.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 2,99,227 | 1,75,690 | 1,23,537 |
| SC Male Population | 1,54,297 | 90,291 | 64,006 |
| SC Female Population | 1,44,930 | 85,399 | 59,531 |
| Total ST Population | 2,55,626 | 1,82,223 | 73,403 |
| ST Male Population | 1,29,233 | 92,118 | 37,115 |
| ST Female Population | 1,26,393 | 90,105 | 36,288 |
| Population Density | 715 / km² | 441 / km² | 2,252 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Bokaro district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Bokaro district is approximately 2,99,227, including 1,54,297 males and 1,44,930 females. In rural areas, it is 1,75,690, including 90,291 males and 85,399 females. In urban areas, it is 1,23,537, including 64,006 males and 59,531 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Bokaro district is about 2,55,626, including 1,29,233 males and 1,26,393 females. In rural areas, it is 1,82,223, including 92,118 males and 90,105 females. In urban areas, it is 73,403, including 37,115 males and 36,288 females.
- Overall population density of Bokaro district is around 715 people per km². Rural areas have about 441 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,252 people per km².