Jamtara
Jamtara is a district in the Jharkhand State of India. The total area of Jamtara district is 1,811 km², which includes 1,778.95 km² of rural area and 32.05 km² of urban area. There are about 1,082 villages in Jamtara district.
For administrative convenience, Jamtara 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 6 subdivisions in Jamtara district. Here is the list of all Jamtara Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Jamtara District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fatehpur | 343 | 89,645 |
| 2 | Jamtara | 369 | 2,02,478 |
| 3 | Karma Tanr Vidyasagar | 180 | 1,15,266 |
| 4 | Kundhit | 286 | 84,907 |
| 5 | Nala | 366 | 1,34,780 |
| 6 | Narayanpur | 268 | 1,63,966 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Jamtara is the largest subdivision in jamtara district by both area and population. Karma Tanr Vidyasagar is the smallest subdivision in jamtara district by area, while Kundhit is the smallest by population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Jamtara | Jamtara |
| Smallest Tehsil | Karma Tanr Vidyasagar | Karma Tanr Vidyasagar |
Population of Jamtara District
The population of Jamtara 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 Jamtara, 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 | 7,91,042 | 7,15,296 | 75,746 |
| Total Male Population | 4,04,830 | 3,65,043 | 39,787 |
| Total Female Population | 3,86,212 | 3,50,253 | 35,959 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,30,993 | 1,21,244 | 9,749 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 67,051 | 61,975 | 5,076 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 63,942 | 59,269 | 4,673 |
| Literate Population | 4,26,312 | 3,71,784 | 54,528 |
| Literate Male Population | 2,58,260 | 2,27,285 | 30,975 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,68,052 | 1,44,499 | 23,553 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,64,730 | 3,43,512 | 21,218 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,46,570 | 1,37,758 | 8,812 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,18,160 | 2,05,754 | 12,406 |
| Households | 1,55,275 | 1,40,311 | 14,964 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Jamtara district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Jamtara district is 7,91,042, including 4,04,830 males and 3,86,212 females. In rural areas, it is 7,15,296, including 3,65,043 males and 3,50,253 females. In urban areas, it is 75,746, including 39,787 males and 35,959 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Jamtara district is 1,30,993, including 67,051 boys and 63,942 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,21,244, including 61,975 boys and 59,269 girls. In urban areas, it is 9,749, including 5,076 boys and 4,673 girls.
- Literate population in Jamtara district is around 4,26,312, including 2,58,260 males and 1,68,052 females. In rural areas, it is 3,71,784, including 2,27,285 males and 1,44,499 females. In urban areas, it is 54,528, including 30,975 males and 23,553 females.
- Illiterate population in Jamtara district is about 3,64,730, including 1,46,570 males and 2,18,160 females. In rural areas, it is 3,43,512, including 1,37,758 males and 2,05,754 females. In urban areas, it is 21,218, including 8,812 males and 12,406 females.
- There are about 1,55,275 households in Jamtara district, including 1,40,311 in rural areas and 14,964 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Jamtara. 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 | 72,885 | 63,026 | 9,859 |
| SC Male Population | 37,212 | 32,105 | 5,107 |
| SC Female Population | 35,673 | 30,921 | 4,752 |
| Total ST Population | 2,40,489 | 2,36,962 | 3,527 |
| ST Male Population | 1,20,035 | 1,18,262 | 1,773 |
| ST Female Population | 1,20,454 | 1,18,700 | 1,754 |
| Population Density | 437 / km² | 402 / km² | 2,363 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Jamtara district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Jamtara district is approximately 72,885, including 37,212 males and 35,673 females. In rural areas, it is 63,026, including 32,105 males and 30,921 females. In urban areas, it is 9,859, including 5,107 males and 4,752 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Jamtara district is about 2,40,489, including 1,20,035 males and 1,20,454 females. In rural areas, it is 2,36,962, including 1,18,262 males and 1,18,700 females. In urban areas, it is 3,527, including 1,773 males and 1,754 females.
- Overall population density of Jamtara district is around 437 people per km². Rural areas have about 402 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,363 people per km².