Garhwa
Garhwa is a district in the Jharkhand State of India. The total area of Garhwa district is 4,093 km², which includes 4,053.50 km² of rural area and 39.50 km² of urban area. There are about 844 villages in Garhwa district.
For administrative convenience, Garhwa 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 19 subdivisions in Garhwa district. Here is the list of all Garhwa Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Garhwa District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bardiha | 89 | 37,930 |
| 2 | Bhandaria | 693 | 66,092 |
| 3 | Bhawnathpur | 249 | 85,319 |
| 4 | Bishunpura | 97 | 32,242 |
| 5 | Chinia | 281 | 38,833 |
| 6 | Danda | 32 | 17,856 |
| 7 | Dandai | 140 | 63,665 |
| 8 | Dhurki | 234 | 55,469 |
| 9 | Garhwa | 258 | 2,01,627 |
| 10 | Kandi | 191 | 81,521 |
| 11 | Ketar | 183 | 50,821 |
| 12 | Kharaundhi | 151 | 51,479 |
| 13 | Majhiaon | 135 | 70,935 |
| 14 | Meral | 272 | 1,30,308 |
| 15 | Nagaruntari | 197 | 1,02,772 |
| 16 | Ramkanda | 217 | 44,452 |
| 17 | Ramna | 121 | 70,584 |
| 18 | Ranka | 448 | 90,483 |
| 19 | Sagma | 106 | 30,396 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Bhandaria is the largest subdivision in garhwa district by area, while Garhwa is the largest by population. Danda is the smallest subdivision in garhwa district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Bhandaria | Garhwa |
| Smallest Tehsil | Danda | Danda |
Population of Garhwa District
The population of Garhwa 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 Garhwa, 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 | 13,22,784 | 12,53,114 | 69,670 |
| Total Male Population | 6,83,575 | 6,46,947 | 36,628 |
| Total Female Population | 6,39,209 | 6,06,167 | 33,042 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,39,664 | 2,29,136 | 10,528 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,22,305 | 1,16,898 | 5,407 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,17,359 | 1,12,238 | 5,121 |
| Literate Population | 6,53,476 | 6,07,528 | 45,948 |
| Literate Male Population | 4,05,161 | 3,78,452 | 26,709 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,48,315 | 2,29,076 | 19,239 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,69,308 | 6,45,586 | 23,722 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,78,414 | 2,68,495 | 9,919 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,90,894 | 3,77,091 | 13,803 |
| Households | 2,54,697 | 2,41,464 | 13,233 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Garhwa district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Garhwa district is 13,22,784, including 6,83,575 males and 6,39,209 females. In rural areas, it is 12,53,114, including 6,46,947 males and 6,06,167 females. In urban areas, it is 69,670, including 36,628 males and 33,042 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Garhwa district is 2,39,664, including 1,22,305 boys and 1,17,359 girls. In rural areas, it is 2,29,136, including 1,16,898 boys and 1,12,238 girls. In urban areas, it is 10,528, including 5,407 boys and 5,121 girls.
- Literate population in Garhwa district is around 6,53,476, including 4,05,161 males and 2,48,315 females. In rural areas, it is 6,07,528, including 3,78,452 males and 2,29,076 females. In urban areas, it is 45,948, including 26,709 males and 19,239 females.
- Illiterate population in Garhwa district is about 6,69,308, including 2,78,414 males and 3,90,894 females. In rural areas, it is 6,45,586, including 2,68,495 males and 3,77,091 females. In urban areas, it is 23,722, including 9,919 males and 13,803 females.
- There are about 2,54,697 households in Garhwa district, including 2,41,464 in rural areas and 13,233 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Garhwa. 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 | 3,19,946 | 3,08,843 | 11,103 |
| SC Male Population | 1,65,313 | 1,59,417 | 5,896 |
| SC Female Population | 1,54,633 | 1,49,426 | 5,207 |
| Total ST Population | 2,05,874 | 2,03,918 | 1,956 |
| ST Male Population | 1,04,499 | 1,03,494 | 1,005 |
| ST Female Population | 1,01,375 | 1,00,424 | 951 |
| Population Density | 323 / km² | 309 / km² | 1,764 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Garhwa district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Garhwa district is approximately 3,19,946, including 1,65,313 males and 1,54,633 females. In rural areas, it is 3,08,843, including 1,59,417 males and 1,49,426 females. In urban areas, it is 11,103, including 5,896 males and 5,207 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Garhwa district is about 2,05,874, including 1,04,499 males and 1,01,375 females. In rural areas, it is 2,03,918, including 1,03,494 males and 1,00,424 females. In urban areas, it is 1,956, including 1,005 males and 951 females.
- Overall population density of Garhwa district is around 323 people per km². Rural areas have about 309 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,764 people per km².