Gumla
Gumla is a district in the Jharkhand State of India. The total area of Gumla district is 5,360 km², which includes 5,333.30 km² of rural area and 26.70 km² of urban area. There are about 942 villages in Gumla district.
For administrative convenience, Gumla 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 12 subdivisions in Gumla district. Here is the list of all Gumla Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Gumla District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Albert Ekka | 214 | 30,926 |
| 2 | Basia | 406 | 80,731 |
| 3 | Bishunpur | 621 | 62,319 |
| 4 | Chainpur | 471 | 56,591 |
| 5 | Dumri | 375 | 49,134 |
| 6 | Ghaghra | 538 | 1,14,399 |
| 7 | Gumla | 544 | 2,13,620 |
| 8 | Kamdara | 367 | 63,775 |
| 9 | Palkot | 579 | 80,859 |
| 10 | Raidih | 516 | 71,443 |
| 11 | Sisai | 427 | 1,16,844 |
| 12 | Verno | 302 | 84,572 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Bishunpur is the largest subdivision in gumla district by area, while Gumla is the largest by population. Albert Ekka(Jari) is the smallest subdivision in gumla district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Bishunpur | Gumla |
| Smallest Tehsil | Albert Ekka(Jari) | Albert Ekka(Jari) |
Population of Gumla District
The population of Gumla 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 Gumla, 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 | 10,25,213 | 9,60,132 | 65,081 |
| Total Male Population | 5,14,390 | 4,81,135 | 33,255 |
| Total Female Population | 5,10,823 | 4,78,997 | 31,826 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,73,647 | 1,65,197 | 8,450 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 88,472 | 84,100 | 4,372 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 85,175 | 81,097 | 4,078 |
| Literate Population | 5,59,720 | 5,10,005 | 49,715 |
| Literate Male Population | 3,21,795 | 2,95,167 | 26,628 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,37,925 | 2,14,838 | 23,087 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,65,493 | 4,50,127 | 15,366 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,92,595 | 1,85,968 | 6,627 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,72,898 | 2,64,159 | 8,739 |
| Households | 1,88,988 | 1,76,633 | 12,355 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Gumla district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Gumla district is 10,25,213, including 5,14,390 males and 5,10,823 females. In rural areas, it is 9,60,132, including 4,81,135 males and 4,78,997 females. In urban areas, it is 65,081, including 33,255 males and 31,826 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Gumla district is 1,73,647, including 88,472 boys and 85,175 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,65,197, including 84,100 boys and 81,097 girls. In urban areas, it is 8,450, including 4,372 boys and 4,078 girls.
- Literate population in Gumla district is around 5,59,720, including 3,21,795 males and 2,37,925 females. In rural areas, it is 5,10,005, including 2,95,167 males and 2,14,838 females. In urban areas, it is 49,715, including 26,628 males and 23,087 females.
- Illiterate population in Gumla district is about 4,65,493, including 1,92,595 males and 2,72,898 females. In rural areas, it is 4,50,127, including 1,85,968 males and 2,64,159 females. In urban areas, it is 15,366, including 6,627 males and 8,739 females.
- There are about 1,88,988 households in Gumla district, including 1,76,633 in rural areas and 12,355 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Gumla. 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 | 32,459 | 29,506 | 2,953 |
| SC Male Population | 16,446 | 14,880 | 1,566 |
| SC Female Population | 16,013 | 14,626 | 1,387 |
| Total ST Population | 7,06,754 | 6,82,789 | 23,965 |
| ST Male Population | 3,52,514 | 3,40,901 | 11,613 |
| ST Female Population | 3,54,240 | 3,41,888 | 12,352 |
| Population Density | 191 / km² | 180 / km² | 2,437 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Gumla district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Gumla district is approximately 32,459, including 16,446 males and 16,013 females. In rural areas, it is 29,506, including 14,880 males and 14,626 females. In urban areas, it is 2,953, including 1,566 males and 1,387 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Gumla district is about 7,06,754, including 3,52,514 males and 3,54,240 females. In rural areas, it is 6,82,789, including 3,40,901 males and 3,41,888 females. In urban areas, it is 23,965, including 11,613 males and 12,352 females.
- Overall population density of Gumla district is around 191 people per km². Rural areas have about 180 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,437 people per km².