Dhanbad
Dhanbad is a district in the Jharkhand State of India. Total area of Dhanbad is 2,040 km² including 1,684.77 km² rural area and 355.23 km² urban area. As per 2011 stats, Dhanbad has a population of 26,84,487 peoples, out of which urban population is 15,60,394 while rural population is 11,24,093. Dhanbad has a sex ratio of approximately 909 females for every 1,000 males. The district has a population density of 1316 inhabitants per square kilometre. There are about 5,07,064 houses in the district, including 2,96,040 urban houses and 2,11,024 rural houses. When it comes to villages, there are about 1,075 villages in dhanbad district.
The Dhanbad district is further divided in to Subdivisions / Blocks / PS / Community Development Blocks (C.D.Blocks) for administrative purposes. In India, the Block or C.D.Block is often the next level of administrative division after the tehsil. It is important to note that, In some states of India C.D.Blocks are equal to tehsils.
For those who don't know, the C.D.Block is a rural area earmarked for administration and development in India. The area is administered by a BDO (Block Development Officer). A C.D.Block covers several gram panchayats, local administrative unit at the village level.
Nirsa-Cum-Chirkunda is the largest subdivision in dhanbad district by area while Dhanbad-Cum-Kenduadih-Cum-Jagata is the largest subdivision by population. Purbi Tundi is the smallest subdivision in dhanbad district by both area and population. There are 9 subdivisions in Dhanbad district. Here is the list of all Dhanbad Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Dhanbad District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baghmara Katras | 262 | 3,34,309 |
| 2 | Baliapur | 153 | 1,40,908 |
| 3 | Dhanbad Kenduadih Jagata | 294 | 12,21,356 |
| 4 | Gobindpur | 306 | 2,45,697 |
| 5 | Jharia Jorapokhar Sindri | - | - |
| 6 | Nirsa Chirkunda | 455 | 4,26,613 |
| 7 | Purbi Tundi | 125 | 50,240 |
| 8 | Topchanchi | 181 | 1,63,342 |
| 9 | Tundi | 264 | 1,02,022 |
Population of Dhanbad District
The population of Dhanbad 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 Dhanbad, 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 | 26,84,487 | 11,24,093 | 15,60,394 |
| Total Male Population | 14,05,956 | 5,81,956 | 8,24,000 |
| Total Female Population | 12,78,531 | 5,42,137 | 7,36,394 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,73,394 | 1,71,670 | 2,01,724 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,94,879 | 88,786 | 1,06,093 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,78,515 | 82,884 | 95,631 |
| Literate Population | 17,22,204 | 6,49,255 | 10,72,949 |
| Literate Male Population | 10,14,950 | 3,97,144 | 6,17,806 |
| Literate Female Population | 7,07,254 | 2,52,111 | 4,55,143 |
| Illiterate Population | 9,62,283 | 4,74,838 | 4,87,445 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,91,006 | 1,84,812 | 2,06,194 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 5,71,277 | 2,90,026 | 2,81,251 |
| Households | 5,07,064 | 2,11,024 | 2,96,040 |
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Dhanbad. 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 | 4,37,309 | 1,63,090 | 2,74,219 |
| SC Male Population | 2,26,362 | 83,786 | 1,42,576 |
| SC Female Population | 2,10,947 | 79,304 | 1,31,643 |
| Total ST Population | 2,33,119 | 1,98,079 | 35,040 |
| ST Male Population | 1,17,256 | 99,381 | 17,875 |
| ST Female Population | 1,15,863 | 98,698 | 17,165 |
| Population Density | 1,316 / km² | 667 / km² | 4,393 / km² |