Hazaribagh
Hazaribagh is a district in the Jharkhand State of India. Total area of Hazaribagh is 3,555 km² including 3,460.80 km² rural area and 94.20 km² urban area. As per 2011 stats, Hazaribagh has a population of 17,34,495 peoples, out of which urban population is 2,75,307 while rural population is 14,59,188. Hazaribagh has a sex ratio of approximately 946 females for every 1,000 males. The district has a population density of 487.9 inhabitants per square kilometre. There are about 3,04,749 houses in the district, including 49,298 urban houses and 2,55,451 rural houses. When it comes to villages, there are about 1,193 villages in hazaribagh district.
The Hazaribagh district is further divided in to Subdivisions / Blocks / PS / Community Development Blocks (C.D.Blocks) for administrative purposes. In India, the Block or C.D.Block is often the next level of administrative division after the tehsil. It is important to note that, In some states of India C.D.Blocks are equal to tehsils.
For those who don't know, the C.D.Block is a rural area earmarked for administration and development in India. The area is administered by a BDO (Block Development Officer). A C.D.Block covers several gram panchayats, local administrative unit at the village level.
Chauparan is the largest subdivision in hazaribagh district covering area of 387.88 km² while Padma is the smallest subdivision in hazaribagh district covering area of 107.23 km². Hazaribag is the most populous whereas Tati Jhariya is the least populous subdivision in hazaribagh district. 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 |
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 |
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 |