Godda
Godda is a district in the Jharkhand State of India. The total area of Godda district is 2,266 km², which includes 2,251.49 km² of rural area and 14.51 km² of urban area. There are about 1,688 villages in Godda district.
For administrative convenience, Godda 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 Godda district. Here is the list of all Godda Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Godda District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bashant Rai | 81 | 93,448 |
| 2 | Boarijor | 388 | 1,38,330 |
| 3 | Godda | 355 | 2,70,255 |
| 4 | Mahagama | 160 | 1,96,976 |
| 5 | Meherma | 125 | 1,46,325 |
| 6 | Pathargama | 165 | 1,15,662 |
| 7 | Poreyahat | 476 | 1,87,489 |
| 8 | Sundarpahari | 433 | 65,463 |
| 9 | Thakurgangti | 83 | 99,603 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Poreyahat is the largest subdivision in godda district, covering an area of 475.54 km², while Bashant Rai is the smallest subdivision in the district, with an area of 80.91 km². Godda is the most populous, whereas Sundarpahari is the least populous subdivision in godda district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Poreyahat | Godda |
| Smallest Tehsil | Bashant Rai | Bashant Rai |
Population of Godda District
The population of Godda 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 Godda, 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 | 13,13,551 | 12,49,132 | 64,419 |
| Total Male Population | 6,77,927 | 6,43,907 | 34,020 |
| Total Female Population | 6,35,624 | 6,05,225 | 30,399 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,41,784 | 2,32,349 | 9,435 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,23,368 | 1,18,423 | 4,945 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,18,416 | 1,13,926 | 4,490 |
| Literate Population | 6,04,519 | 5,59,346 | 45,173 |
| Literate Male Population | 3,76,212 | 3,50,710 | 25,502 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,28,307 | 2,08,636 | 19,671 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,09,032 | 6,89,786 | 19,246 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,01,715 | 2,93,197 | 8,518 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,07,317 | 3,96,589 | 10,728 |
| Households | 2,53,648 | 2,41,815 | 11,833 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Godda district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Godda district is 13,13,551, including 6,77,927 males and 6,35,624 females. In rural areas, it is 12,49,132, including 6,43,907 males and 6,05,225 females. In urban areas, it is 64,419, including 34,020 males and 30,399 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Godda district is 2,41,784, including 1,23,368 boys and 1,18,416 girls. In rural areas, it is 2,32,349, including 1,18,423 boys and 1,13,926 girls. In urban areas, it is 9,435, including 4,945 boys and 4,490 girls.
- Literate population in Godda district is around 6,04,519, including 3,76,212 males and 2,28,307 females. In rural areas, it is 5,59,346, including 3,50,710 males and 2,08,636 females. In urban areas, it is 45,173, including 25,502 males and 19,671 females.
- Illiterate population in Godda district is about 7,09,032, including 3,01,715 males and 4,07,317 females. In rural areas, it is 6,89,786, including 2,93,197 males and 3,96,589 females. In urban areas, it is 19,246, including 8,518 males and 10,728 females.
- There are about 2,53,648 households in Godda district, including 2,41,815 in rural areas and 11,833 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Godda. 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 | 1,15,567 | 1,11,055 | 4,512 |
| SC Male Population | 59,835 | 57,502 | 2,333 |
| SC Female Population | 55,732 | 53,553 | 2,179 |
| Total ST Population | 2,79,208 | 2,76,785 | 2,423 |
| ST Male Population | 1,38,510 | 1,37,352 | 1,158 |
| ST Female Population | 1,40,698 | 1,39,433 | 1,265 |
| Population Density | 580 / km² | 555 / km² | 4,440 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Godda district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Godda district is approximately 1,15,567, including 59,835 males and 55,732 females. In rural areas, it is 1,11,055, including 57,502 males and 53,553 females. In urban areas, it is 4,512, including 2,333 males and 2,179 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Godda district is about 2,79,208, including 1,38,510 males and 1,40,698 females. In rural areas, it is 2,76,785, including 1,37,352 males and 1,39,433 females. In urban areas, it is 2,423, including 1,158 males and 1,265 females.
- Overall population density of Godda district is around 580 people per km². Rural areas have about 555 people per km². Urban areas have about 4,440 people per km².