Hazaribagh
Hazaribagh is a district in the Jharkhand State of India. The total area of Hazaribagh district is 3,555 km², which includes 3,460.80 km² of rural area and 94.20 km² of urban area. There are about 1,193 villages in Hazaribagh district.
For administrative convenience, Hazaribagh 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 16 subdivisions in Hazaribagh district. Here is the list of all Hazaribagh Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Hazaribagh District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Barhi | 292 | 1,31,669 |
| 2 | Barkagaon | 364 | 1,36,839 |
| 3 | Barkatha | 229 | 1,22,269 |
| 4 | Bishungarh | 354 | 1,56,477 |
| 5 | Chalkusa | 139 | 52,068 |
| 6 | Chauparan | 388 | 1,61,814 |
| 7 | Churchu | 149 | 53,705 |
| 8 | Dadi | 116 | 77,770 |
| 9 | Daru | 134 | 52,305 |
| 10 | Hazaribag | 194 | 2,90,098 |
| 11 | Ichak | 238 | 1,12,815 |
| 12 | Katamdag | 121 | 82,385 |
| 13 | Katkamsandi | 259 | 1,08,361 |
| 14 | Keredari | 312 | 91,357 |
| 15 | Padma | 107 | 56,014 |
| 16 | Tati Jhariya | 158 | 48,549 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Chauparan is the largest subdivision in hazaribagh district, covering an area of 387.88 km², while Padma is the smallest subdivision in the district, with an area of 107.23 km². Hazaribag is the most populous, whereas Tati Jhariya is the least populous subdivision in hazaribagh district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Chauparan | Hazaribag |
| Smallest Tehsil | Padma | Padma |
Population of Hazaribagh District
The population of Hazaribagh 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 Hazaribagh, 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 | 17,34,495 | 14,59,188 | 2,75,307 |
| Total Male Population | 8,90,881 | 7,46,934 | 1,43,947 |
| Total Female Population | 8,43,614 | 7,12,254 | 1,31,360 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,81,863 | 2,46,642 | 35,221 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,45,821 | 1,27,467 | 18,354 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,36,042 | 1,19,175 | 16,867 |
| Literate Population | 10,13,249 | 8,08,009 | 2,05,240 |
| Literate Male Population | 5,96,113 | 4,82,336 | 1,13,777 |
| Literate Female Population | 4,17,136 | 3,25,673 | 91,463 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,21,246 | 6,51,179 | 70,067 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,94,768 | 2,64,598 | 30,170 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,26,478 | 3,86,581 | 39,897 |
| Households | 3,04,749 | 2,55,451 | 49,298 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Hazaribagh district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Hazaribagh district is 17,34,495, including 8,90,881 males and 8,43,614 females. In rural areas, it is 14,59,188, including 7,46,934 males and 7,12,254 females. In urban areas, it is 2,75,307, including 1,43,947 males and 1,31,360 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Hazaribagh district is 2,81,863, including 1,45,821 boys and 1,36,042 girls. In rural areas, it is 2,46,642, including 1,27,467 boys and 1,19,175 girls. In urban areas, it is 35,221, including 18,354 boys and 16,867 girls.
- Literate population in Hazaribagh district is around 10,13,249, including 5,96,113 males and 4,17,136 females. In rural areas, it is 8,08,009, including 4,82,336 males and 3,25,673 females. In urban areas, it is 2,05,240, including 1,13,777 males and 91,463 females.
- Illiterate population in Hazaribagh district is about 7,21,246, including 2,94,768 males and 4,26,478 females. In rural areas, it is 6,51,179, including 2,64,598 males and 3,86,581 females. In urban areas, it is 70,067, including 30,170 males and 39,897 females.
- There are about 3,04,749 households in Hazaribagh district, including 2,55,451 in rural areas and 49,298 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Hazaribagh. 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 | 3,03,515 | 2,72,868 | 30,647 |
| SC Male Population | 1,55,013 | 1,39,157 | 15,856 |
| SC Female Population | 1,48,502 | 1,33,711 | 14,791 |
| Total ST Population | 1,21,768 | 1,07,553 | 14,215 |
| ST Male Population | 60,796 | 53,800 | 6,996 |
| ST Female Population | 60,972 | 53,753 | 7,219 |
| Population Density | 488 / km² | 422 / km² | 2,923 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Hazaribagh district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Hazaribagh district is approximately 3,03,515, including 1,55,013 males and 1,48,502 females. In rural areas, it is 2,72,868, including 1,39,157 males and 1,33,711 females. In urban areas, it is 30,647, including 15,856 males and 14,791 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Hazaribagh district is about 1,21,768, including 60,796 males and 60,972 females. In rural areas, it is 1,07,553, including 53,800 males and 53,753 females. In urban areas, it is 14,215, including 6,996 males and 7,219 females.
- Overall population density of Hazaribagh district is around 488 people per km². Rural areas have about 422 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,923 people per km².