Khunti
Khunti is a district in the Jharkhand State of India. The total area of Khunti district is 2,535 km², which includes 2,500.70 km² of rural area and 34.30 km² of urban area. There are about 754 villages in Khunti district.
For administrative convenience, Khunti 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 Khunti district. Here is the list of all Khunti Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Khunti District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Erki | 500 | 80,589 |
| 2 | Karra | 500 | 1,09,082 |
| 3 | Khunti | 464 | 1,24,388 |
| 4 | Murhu | 380 | 85,486 |
| 5 | Rania | 257 | 39,349 |
| 6 | Torpa | 434 | 92,991 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Karra is the largest subdivision in khunti district by area, while Khunti is the largest by population. Rania is the smallest subdivision in khunti district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Karra | Khunti |
| Smallest Tehsil | Rania | Rania |
Population of Khunti District
The population of Khunti 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 Khunti, 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 | 5,31,885 | 4,86,903 | 44,982 |
| Total Male Population | 2,66,335 | 2,43,494 | 22,841 |
| Total Female Population | 2,65,550 | 2,43,409 | 22,141 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 86,292 | 80,544 | 5,748 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 43,947 | 40,974 | 2,973 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 42,345 | 39,570 | 2,775 |
| Literate Population | 2,84,575 | 2,51,733 | 32,842 |
| Literate Male Population | 1,64,741 | 1,47,000 | 17,741 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,19,834 | 1,04,733 | 15,101 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,47,310 | 2,35,170 | 12,140 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,01,594 | 96,494 | 5,100 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,45,716 | 1,38,676 | 7,040 |
| Households | 1,03,700 | 94,645 | 9,055 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Khunti district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Khunti district is 5,31,885, including 2,66,335 males and 2,65,550 females. In rural areas, it is 4,86,903, including 2,43,494 males and 2,43,409 females. In urban areas, it is 44,982, including 22,841 males and 22,141 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Khunti district is 86,292, including 43,947 boys and 42,345 girls. In rural areas, it is 80,544, including 40,974 boys and 39,570 girls. In urban areas, it is 5,748, including 2,973 boys and 2,775 girls.
- Literate population in Khunti district is around 2,84,575, including 1,64,741 males and 1,19,834 females. In rural areas, it is 2,51,733, including 1,47,000 males and 1,04,733 females. In urban areas, it is 32,842, including 17,741 males and 15,101 females.
- Illiterate population in Khunti district is about 2,47,310, including 1,01,594 males and 1,45,716 females. In rural areas, it is 2,35,170, including 96,494 males and 1,38,676 females. In urban areas, it is 12,140, including 5,100 males and 7,040 females.
- There are about 1,03,700 households in Khunti district, including 94,645 in rural areas and 9,055 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Khunti. 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 | 24,037 | 21,223 | 2,814 |
| SC Male Population | 12,223 | 10,799 | 1,424 |
| SC Female Population | 11,814 | 10,424 | 1,390 |
| Total ST Population | 3,89,626 | 3,71,469 | 18,157 |
| ST Male Population | 1,93,710 | 1,84,910 | 8,800 |
| ST Female Population | 1,95,916 | 1,86,559 | 9,357 |
| Population Density | 210 / km² | 195 / km² | 1,311 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Khunti district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Khunti district is approximately 24,037, including 12,223 males and 11,814 females. In rural areas, it is 21,223, including 10,799 males and 10,424 females. In urban areas, it is 2,814, including 1,424 males and 1,390 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Khunti district is about 3,89,626, including 1,93,710 males and 1,95,916 females. In rural areas, it is 3,71,469, including 1,84,910 males and 1,86,559 females. In urban areas, it is 18,157, including 8,800 males and 9,357 females.
- Overall population density of Khunti district is around 210 people per km². Rural areas have about 195 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,311 people per km².