Ketar
Ketar is a Town and Subdivision in Garhwa 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 Ketar Block (CD) is 02497. The total area of Ketar Subdivision is 183 km². Ketar has a sex ratio of approximately 916 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Ketar Subdivision
Ketar Subdivision has a total of 31 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 Ketar Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baksipur | Mukundpur | Ketar |
| 2 | Baligarh | Baligarh | Ketar |
| 3 | Bansdih Kalan | Parsodih | Ketar |
| 4 | Bansdih Khurd | Parsodih | Ketar |
| 5 | Bato Kalan | Parti Kushwani | Ketar |
| 6 | Belabar | Mukundpur | Ketar |
| 7 | Bijdih | Pachadumar | Ketar |
| 8 | Chandih | Pachadumar | Ketar |
| 9 | Chaura | Parsodih | Ketar |
| 10 | Checharia | Baligarh | Ketar |
| 11 | Chhata Kund | Parti Kushwani | Ketar |
| 12 | Gamharia | Pachadumar | Ketar |
| 13 | Gurur | Lohargada | Ketar |
| 14 | Hurka | Lohargada | Ketar |
| 15 | Ketar | Ketar | Ketar |
| 16 | Ketri | Ketar | Ketar |
| 17 | Khadhwan | Parsodih | Ketar |
| 18 | Khairwa | Pachadumar | Ketar |
| 19 | Khonhar | Baligarh | Ketar |
| 20 | Kosdehra | Lohargada | Ketar |
| 21 | Lohargara | Lohargada | Ketar |
| 22 | Makundpur | Mukundpur | Ketar |
| 23 | Merauni Chherhat | Lohargada | Ketar |
| 24 | Munmun | Parti Kushwani | Ketar |
| 25 | Nawadih | Ketar | Ketar |
| 26 | Pachadumar | Pachadumar | Ketar |
| 27 | Panditpura | Ketar | Ketar |
| 28 | Parsodih | Parsodih | Ketar |
| 29 | Parti Kuswani | Parti Kushwani | Ketar |
| 30 | Singhpur | Mukundpur | Ketar |
| 31 | Tali | Mukundpur | Ketar |
Population of Ketar Subdivision
The population profile of Ketar 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 Ketar 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 | 50,821 | 50,821 | N/A |
| Male Population | 26,518 | 26,518 | N/A |
| Female Population | 24,303 | 24,303 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 8,745 | 8,745 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,482 | 4,482 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,263 | 4,263 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 25,788 | 25,788 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 16,633 | 16,633 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 9,155 | 9,155 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 25,033 | 25,033 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 9,885 | 9,885 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 15,148 | 15,148 | N/A |
| Total Households | 9,939 | 9,939 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 50,821 people. Includes nearly 26,518 males and 24,303 females. Rural population is about 50,821 people.
- There are around 8,745 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 4,482 boys and 4,263 girls.
- Literate population is about 25,788 people. Non-literate population is around 25,033 people.
- There are nearly 9,939 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Ketar 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 | 12,075 | 12,075 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 6,297 | 6,297 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 5,778 | 5,778 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 6,653 | 6,653 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 3,448 | 3,448 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 3,205 | 3,205 | N/A |
| Population Density | 278 / km² | 278 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Ketar Subdivision is approximately 12,075 people, including 6,297 males and 5,778 females. Around 12,075 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Ketar Subdivision is about 6,653 people, including 3,448 males and 3,205 females. Around 6,653 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 278 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 278 people per sq. km.