Dumka
Dumka is a district in the Jharkhand State of India. The total area of Dumka district is 3,761 km², which includes 3,733.75 km² of rural area and 27.25 km² of urban area. There are about 2,688 villages in Dumka district.
For administrative convenience, Dumka 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 10 subdivisions in Dumka district. Here is the list of all Dumka Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Dumka District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dumka | 379 | 2,10,785 |
| 2 | Gopikandar | 232 | 42,063 |
| 3 | Jama | 372 | 1,37,963 |
| 4 | Jarmundi | 401 | 1,85,286 |
| 5 | Kathikund | 330 | 71,458 |
| 6 | Masalia | 465 | 1,24,554 |
| 7 | Ramgarh | 475 | 1,59,911 |
| 8 | Ranishwar | 339 | 1,01,667 |
| 9 | Saraiyahat | 313 | 1,56,291 |
| 10 | Shikaripara | 455 | 1,31,464 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Ramgarh is the largest subdivision in dumka district by area, while Dumka is the largest by population. Gopikandar is the smallest subdivision in dumka district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Ramgarh | Dumka |
| Smallest Tehsil | Gopikandar | Gopikandar |
Population of Dumka District
The population of Dumka 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 Dumka, 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 | 13,21,442 | 12,31,264 | 90,178 |
| Total Male Population | 6,68,514 | 6,20,928 | 47,586 |
| Total Female Population | 6,52,928 | 6,10,336 | 42,592 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,19,449 | 2,07,804 | 11,645 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,11,641 | 1,05,570 | 6,071 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,07,808 | 1,02,234 | 5,574 |
| Literate Population | 6,72,409 | 6,06,660 | 65,749 |
| Literate Male Population | 4,06,275 | 3,69,261 | 37,014 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,66,134 | 2,37,399 | 28,735 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,49,033 | 6,24,604 | 24,429 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,62,239 | 2,51,667 | 10,572 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,86,794 | 3,72,937 | 13,857 |
| Households | 2,75,019 | 2,57,610 | 17,409 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Dumka district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Dumka district is 13,21,442, including 6,68,514 males and 6,52,928 females. In rural areas, it is 12,31,264, including 6,20,928 males and 6,10,336 females. In urban areas, it is 90,178, including 47,586 males and 42,592 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Dumka district is 2,19,449, including 1,11,641 boys and 1,07,808 girls. In rural areas, it is 2,07,804, including 1,05,570 boys and 1,02,234 girls. In urban areas, it is 11,645, including 6,071 boys and 5,574 girls.
- Literate population in Dumka district is around 6,72,409, including 4,06,275 males and 2,66,134 females. In rural areas, it is 6,06,660, including 3,69,261 males and 2,37,399 females. In urban areas, it is 65,749, including 37,014 males and 28,735 females.
- Illiterate population in Dumka district is about 6,49,033, including 2,62,239 males and 3,86,794 females. In rural areas, it is 6,24,604, including 2,51,667 males and 3,72,937 females. In urban areas, it is 24,429, including 10,572 males and 13,857 females.
- There are about 2,75,019 households in Dumka district, including 2,57,610 in rural areas and 17,409 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Dumka. 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 | 79,614 | 71,695 | 7,919 |
| SC Male Population | 40,802 | 36,714 | 4,088 |
| SC Female Population | 38,812 | 34,981 | 3,831 |
| Total ST Population | 5,71,077 | 5,65,629 | 5,448 |
| ST Male Population | 2,82,125 | 2,79,275 | 2,850 |
| ST Female Population | 2,88,952 | 2,86,354 | 2,598 |
| Population Density | 351 / km² | 330 / km² | 3,309 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Dumka district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Dumka district is approximately 79,614, including 40,802 males and 38,812 females. In rural areas, it is 71,695, including 36,714 males and 34,981 females. In urban areas, it is 7,919, including 4,088 males and 3,831 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Dumka district is about 5,71,077, including 2,82,125 males and 2,88,952 females. In rural areas, it is 5,65,629, including 2,79,275 males and 2,86,354 females. In urban areas, it is 5,448, including 2,850 males and 2,598 females.
- Overall population density of Dumka district is around 351 people per km². Rural areas have about 330 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,309 people per km².