Jaridih
Jaridih is a Town and Subdivision in Bokaro District of Jharkhand. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Jaridih Block (CD) is 02594. The total area of Jaridih Subdivision is 201 km², which includes 179.70 km² of rural area and 21.63 km² of urban area. Jaridih has a sex ratio of approximately 928 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Jaridih Subdivision
Jaridih Subdivision has a total of 42 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Jaridih Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ara Saram | Araju | Jaridih |
| 2 | Araju | Araju | Jaridih |
| 3 | Araldih | Araldih | Jaridih |
| 4 | Bahadurpur | Baradih | Jaridih |
| 5 | Bakaspura | Baru | Jaridih |
| 6 | Balrampur | Chilgadda | Jaridih |
| 7 | Banchas | Araldih | Jaridih |
| 8 | Bandh Dih | Bandhdih North | Jaridih |
| 9 | Baradih | Baradih | Jaridih |
| 10 | Baramasia | Gangjori | Jaridih |
| 11 | Beldih | Beldih | Jainmore |
| 12 | Bharu | Baru | Jaridih |
| 13 | Bhaski | Bhaski | Jaridih |
| 14 | Birsaram | Gangjori | Jaridih |
| 15 | Chilgora | Chilgadda | Jaridih |
| 16 | Gaichhana | Gaychhanda | Bokaro |
| 17 | Gangjori | Gangjori | Jaridih |
| 18 | Ganjhandi | Araldih | Jaridih |
| 19 | Garke | Chilgadda | Jaridih |
| 20 | Gopalpur | Chilgadda | Jaridih |
| 21 | Gopinath Pur | Bandhdih South | Jaridih |
| 22 | Hanrhuro | Beldih | Jaridih |
| 23 | Haridih Hardi | Beldih | Jainamore |
| 24 | Jena | Jaina | Jaridih |
| 25 | Jogidih | Bhaski | Jainamore |
| 26 | Kalyanpur | Baru | Jaridih |
| 27 | Kamlapur | Araju | Bokaro |
| 28 | Kenduadih | Khutri | Jaridih |
| 29 | Khutri | Khutri | Jainamor |
| 30 | Lipu | Bhaski | Jainamore |
| 31 | Pathria | Gaychhanda | Bokaro |
| 32 | Pengikudar | Bhaski | Jaridih |
| 33 | Piro | N/A | Jaridih |
| 34 | Roria | Bhaski | Jainamore |
| 35 | Saraibinda | Beldih | Jainamore |
| 36 | Sundro | Beldih | Jainamore |
| 37 | Tanr Balidih | Tand Balidih | Jaridih |
| 38 | Tanr Mohanpur | Tand Mohanpur | Jaridih |
| 39 | Tantri | Tatri South | Jaridih |
| 40 | Thakurtanr | Khutri | Jaridih |
| 41 | Tilaiya | Gangjori | Jaridih |
| 42 | Torra | Gaychhanda | Jainamore |
Population of Jaridih Subdivision
The population profile of Jaridih Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Jaridih Subdivision's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,04,988 | 75,671 | 29,317 |
| Male Population | 54,445 | 38,937 | 15,508 |
| Female Population | 50,543 | 36,734 | 13,809 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 15,342 | 11,304 | 4,038 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 8,029 | 5,883 | 2,146 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 7,313 | 5,421 | 1,892 |
| Literate Population | 61,736 | 42,222 | 19,514 |
| Literate Male Population | 37,268 | 25,732 | 11,536 |
| Literate Female Population | 24,468 | 16,490 | 7,978 |
| Illiterate Population | 43,252 | 33,449 | 9,803 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 17,177 | 13,205 | 3,972 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 26,075 | 20,244 | 5,831 |
| Total Households | 21,136 | 15,405 | 5,731 |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population of Jaridih Subdivision is around 1,04,988 people. This includes 54,445 males and 50,543 females. Rural population is about 75,671 (38,937 males and 36,734 females), while urban population is nearly 29,317 (15,508 males and 13,809 females).
- Children aged 0–6 years make up about 15,342 of the population, with 8,029 boys and 7,313 girls. Rural areas have 11,304 children, and urban areas have about 4,038 children in this age group.
- There are approximately 61,736 literate people in Jaridih Subdivision, including 37,268 literate males and 24,468 literate females. Literacy in rural areas includes 42,222 individuals and urban literacy covers around 19,514 people.
- About 43,252 people in Jaridih Subdivision are not literate, including 17,177 males and 26,075 females. Rural areas include 33,449 non-literate people, while urban areas have nearly 9,803 individuals.
- The tehsil has around 21,136 households, with 15,405 in villages and 5,731 in towns.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Jaridih Subdivision, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 11,250 | 6,770 | 4,480 |
| SC Male Population | 5,823 | 3,518 | 2,305 |
| SC Female Population | 5,427 | 3,252 | 2,175 |
| Total ST Population | 32,202 | 26,464 | 5,738 |
| ST Male Population | 16,282 | 13,354 | 2,928 |
| ST Female Population | 15,920 | 13,110 | 2,810 |
| Population Density | 522 / km² | 421 / km² | 1,355 / km² |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Jaridih Subdivision is approximately 11,250 people, including 5,823 males and 5,427 females. Around 6,770 people live in rural parts. Nearly 4,480 people reside in urban areas.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Jaridih Subdivision is about 32,202 people, including 16,282 males and 15,920 females. Around 26,464 live in villages or rural parts. Nearly 5,738 live in towns or urban regions.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 522 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 421 people per sq. km, urban areas record nearly 1,355 people per sq. km.