Lohardaga
Lohardaga is a district in the Jharkhand State of India. The total area of Lohardaga district is 1,502 km², which includes 1,466.80 km² of rural area and 35.20 km² of urban area. There are about 352 villages in Lohardaga district.
For administrative convenience, Lohardaga 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 7 subdivisions in Lohardaga district. Here is the list of all Lohardaga Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Lohardaga District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bhandra | 163 | 57,303 |
| 2 | Kairo | 154 | 37,867 |
| 3 | Kisko | 241 | 54,959 |
| 4 | Kuru | 209 | 84,827 |
| 5 | Lohardaga | 139 | 1,26,009 |
| 6 | Peshrar | 396 | 31,057 |
| 7 | Senha | 200 | 69,768 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Peshrar is the largest subdivision in lohardaga district, covering an area of 396.32 km², while Lohardaga is the smallest subdivision in the district, with an area of 138.59 km². Lohardaga is the most populous, whereas Peshrar is the least populous subdivision in lohardaga district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Peshrar | Lohardaga |
| Smallest Tehsil | Lohardaga | Lohardaga |
Population of Lohardaga District
The population of Lohardaga 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 Lohardaga, 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 | 4,61,790 | 4,04,379 | 57,411 |
| Total Male Population | 2,32,629 | 2,03,255 | 29,374 |
| Total Female Population | 2,29,161 | 2,01,124 | 28,037 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 77,649 | 69,791 | 7,858 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 39,412 | 35,332 | 4,080 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 38,237 | 34,459 | 3,778 |
| Literate Population | 2,59,707 | 2,17,404 | 42,303 |
| Literate Male Population | 1,49,568 | 1,26,853 | 22,715 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,10,139 | 90,551 | 19,588 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,02,083 | 1,86,975 | 15,108 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 83,061 | 76,402 | 6,659 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,19,022 | 1,10,573 | 8,449 |
| Households | 88,638 | 77,536 | 11,102 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Lohardaga district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Lohardaga district is 4,61,790, including 2,32,629 males and 2,29,161 females. In rural areas, it is 4,04,379, including 2,03,255 males and 2,01,124 females. In urban areas, it is 57,411, including 29,374 males and 28,037 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Lohardaga district is 77,649, including 39,412 boys and 38,237 girls. In rural areas, it is 69,791, including 35,332 boys and 34,459 girls. In urban areas, it is 7,858, including 4,080 boys and 3,778 girls.
- Literate population in Lohardaga district is around 2,59,707, including 1,49,568 males and 1,10,139 females. In rural areas, it is 2,17,404, including 1,26,853 males and 90,551 females. In urban areas, it is 42,303, including 22,715 males and 19,588 females.
- Illiterate population in Lohardaga district is about 2,02,083, including 83,061 males and 1,19,022 females. In rural areas, it is 1,86,975, including 76,402 males and 1,10,573 females. In urban areas, it is 15,108, including 6,659 males and 8,449 females.
- There are about 88,638 households in Lohardaga district, including 77,536 in rural areas and 11,102 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Lohardaga. 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 | 15,330 | 13,035 | 2,295 |
| SC Male Population | 7,862 | 6,680 | 1,182 |
| SC Female Population | 7,468 | 6,355 | 1,113 |
| Total ST Population | 2,62,734 | 2,48,472 | 14,262 |
| ST Male Population | 1,30,814 | 1,23,926 | 6,888 |
| ST Female Population | 1,31,920 | 1,24,546 | 7,374 |
| Population Density | 308 / km² | 276 / km² | 1,631 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Lohardaga district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Lohardaga district is approximately 15,330, including 7,862 males and 7,468 females. In rural areas, it is 13,035, including 6,680 males and 6,355 females. In urban areas, it is 2,295, including 1,182 males and 1,113 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Lohardaga district is about 2,62,734, including 1,30,814 males and 1,31,920 females. In rural areas, it is 2,48,472, including 1,23,926 males and 1,24,546 females. In urban areas, it is 14,262, including 6,888 males and 7,374 females.
- Overall population density of Lohardaga district is around 308 people per km². Rural areas have about 276 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,631 people per km².