Dhanbad
Dhanbad is a district in the Jharkhand State of India. The total area of Dhanbad district is 2,040 km², which includes 1,684.77 km² of rural area and 355.23 km² of urban area. There are about 1,075 villages in Dhanbad district.
For administrative convenience, Dhanbad 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 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 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Nirsa-Cum-Chirkunda is the largest subdivision in dhanbad district by area, while Dhanbad-Cum-Kenduadih-Cum-Jagata is the largest by population. Purbi Tundi is the smallest subdivision in dhanbad district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Nirsa-Cum-Chirkunda | Dhanbad-Cum-Kenduadih-Cum-Jagata |
| Smallest Tehsil | Purbi Tundi | Purbi Tundi |
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 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Dhanbad district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Dhanbad district is 26,84,487, including 14,05,956 males and 12,78,531 females. In rural areas, it is 11,24,093, including 5,81,956 males and 5,42,137 females. In urban areas, it is 15,60,394, including 8,24,000 males and 7,36,394 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Dhanbad district is 3,73,394, including 1,94,879 boys and 1,78,515 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,71,670, including 88,786 boys and 82,884 girls. In urban areas, it is 2,01,724, including 1,06,093 boys and 95,631 girls.
- Literate population in Dhanbad district is around 17,22,204, including 10,14,950 males and 7,07,254 females. In rural areas, it is 6,49,255, including 3,97,144 males and 2,52,111 females. In urban areas, it is 10,72,949, including 6,17,806 males and 4,55,143 females.
- Illiterate population in Dhanbad district is about 9,62,283, including 3,91,006 males and 5,71,277 females. In rural areas, it is 4,74,838, including 1,84,812 males and 2,90,026 females. In urban areas, it is 4,87,445, including 2,06,194 males and 2,81,251 females.
- There are about 5,07,064 households in Dhanbad district, including 2,11,024 in rural areas and 2,96,040 in urban areas.
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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Dhanbad district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Dhanbad district is approximately 4,37,309, including 2,26,362 males and 2,10,947 females. In rural areas, it is 1,63,090, including 83,786 males and 79,304 females. In urban areas, it is 2,74,219, including 1,42,576 males and 1,31,643 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Dhanbad district is about 2,33,119, including 1,17,256 males and 1,15,863 females. In rural areas, it is 1,98,079, including 99,381 males and 98,698 females. In urban areas, it is 35,040, including 17,875 males and 17,165 females.
- Overall population density of Dhanbad district is around 1,316 people per km². Rural areas have about 667 people per km². Urban areas have about 4,393 people per km².