Latehar
Latehar is a district in the Jharkhand State of India. The total area of Latehar district is 4,291 km², which includes 4,251.92 km² of rural area and 39.08 km² of urban area. There are about 749 villages in Latehar district.
For administrative convenience, Latehar 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 9 subdivisions in Latehar district. Here is the list of all Latehar Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Latehar District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Balumath | 260 | 89,012 |
| 2 | Bariyatu | 297 | 60,095 |
| 3 | Barwadih | 682 | 98,992 |
| 4 | Chandwa | 594 | 1,06,653 |
| 5 | Garu | 508 | 30,274 |
| 6 | Herhanj | 400 | 34,630 |
| 7 | Latehar | 485 | 1,44,495 |
| 8 | Mahuadanr | 662 | 74,732 |
| 9 | Manika | 403 | 88,095 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Barwadih is the largest subdivision in latehar district, covering an area of 682.24 km², while Balumath is the smallest subdivision in the district, with an area of 259.52 km². Latehar is the most populous, whereas Garu is the least populous subdivision in latehar district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Barwadih | Latehar |
| Smallest Tehsil | Balumath | Balumath |
Population of Latehar District
The population of Latehar 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 Latehar, 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 | 7,26,978 | 6,75,120 | 51,858 |
| Total Male Population | 3,69,666 | 3,42,566 | 27,100 |
| Total Female Population | 3,57,312 | 3,32,554 | 24,758 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,37,699 | 1,29,917 | 7,782 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 69,971 | 65,927 | 4,044 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 67,728 | 63,990 | 3,738 |
| Literate Population | 3,50,682 | 3,16,158 | 34,524 |
| Literate Male Population | 2,09,706 | 1,90,161 | 19,545 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,40,976 | 1,25,997 | 14,979 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,76,296 | 3,58,962 | 17,334 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,59,960 | 1,52,405 | 7,555 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,16,336 | 2,06,557 | 9,779 |
| Households | 1,33,381 | 1,23,316 | 10,065 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Latehar district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Latehar district is 7,26,978, including 3,69,666 males and 3,57,312 females. In rural areas, it is 6,75,120, including 3,42,566 males and 3,32,554 females. In urban areas, it is 51,858, including 27,100 males and 24,758 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Latehar district is 1,37,699, including 69,971 boys and 67,728 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,29,917, including 65,927 boys and 63,990 girls. In urban areas, it is 7,782, including 4,044 boys and 3,738 girls.
- Literate population in Latehar district is around 3,50,682, including 2,09,706 males and 1,40,976 females. In rural areas, it is 3,16,158, including 1,90,161 males and 1,25,997 females. In urban areas, it is 34,524, including 19,545 males and 14,979 females.
- Illiterate population in Latehar district is about 3,76,296, including 1,59,960 males and 2,16,336 females. In rural areas, it is 3,58,962, including 1,52,405 males and 2,06,557 females. In urban areas, it is 17,334, including 7,555 males and 9,779 females.
- There are about 1,33,381 households in Latehar district, including 1,23,316 in rural areas and 10,065 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Latehar. 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 | 1,54,910 | 1,46,213 | 8,697 |
| SC Male Population | 78,266 | 73,813 | 4,453 |
| SC Female Population | 76,644 | 72,400 | 4,244 |
| Total ST Population | 3,31,096 | 3,24,023 | 7,073 |
| ST Male Population | 1,66,427 | 1,62,958 | 3,469 |
| ST Female Population | 1,64,669 | 1,61,065 | 3,604 |
| Population Density | 169 / km² | 159 / km² | 1,327 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Latehar district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Latehar district is approximately 1,54,910, including 78,266 males and 76,644 females. In rural areas, it is 1,46,213, including 73,813 males and 72,400 females. In urban areas, it is 8,697, including 4,453 males and 4,244 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Latehar district is about 3,31,096, including 1,66,427 males and 1,64,669 females. In rural areas, it is 3,24,023, including 1,62,958 males and 1,61,065 females. In urban areas, it is 7,073, including 3,469 males and 3,604 females.
- Overall population density of Latehar district is around 169 people per km². Rural areas have about 159 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,327 people per km².