Pakur
Pakur is a district in the Jharkhand State of India. The total area of Pakur district is 1,811 km², which includes 1,792.41 km² of rural area and 18.59 km² of urban area. There are about 1,141 villages in Pakur district.
For administrative convenience, Pakur 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 Pakur district. Here is the list of all Pakur Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Pakur District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Amrapara | 269 | 65,289 |
| 2 | Hiranpur | 174 | 84,079 |
| 3 | Litipara | 414 | 1,05,701 |
| 4 | Maheshpur | 445 | 2,08,862 |
| 5 | Pakaur | 225 | 3,27,915 |
| 6 | Pakuria | 284 | 1,08,576 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Maheshpur is the largest subdivision in pakur district, covering an area of 444.61 km², while Hiranpur is the smallest subdivision in the district, with an area of 173.77 km². Pakaur is the most populous, whereas Amrapara is the least populous subdivision in pakur district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Maheshpur | Pakaur |
| Smallest Tehsil | Hiranpur | Hiranpur |
Population of Pakur District
The population of Pakur 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 Pakur, 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 | 9,00,422 | 8,32,910 | 67,512 |
| Total Male Population | 4,52,661 | 4,18,251 | 34,410 |
| Total Female Population | 4,47,761 | 4,14,659 | 33,102 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,77,623 | 1,66,244 | 11,379 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 89,935 | 84,221 | 5,714 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 87,688 | 82,023 | 5,665 |
| Literate Population | 3,52,881 | 3,15,553 | 37,328 |
| Literate Male Population | 2,06,989 | 1,86,532 | 20,457 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,45,892 | 1,29,021 | 16,871 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,47,541 | 5,17,357 | 30,184 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,45,672 | 2,31,719 | 13,953 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,01,869 | 2,85,638 | 16,231 |
| Households | 1,82,317 | 1,68,906 | 13,411 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Pakur district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Pakur district is 9,00,422, including 4,52,661 males and 4,47,761 females. In rural areas, it is 8,32,910, including 4,18,251 males and 4,14,659 females. In urban areas, it is 67,512, including 34,410 males and 33,102 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Pakur district is 1,77,623, including 89,935 boys and 87,688 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,66,244, including 84,221 boys and 82,023 girls. In urban areas, it is 11,379, including 5,714 boys and 5,665 girls.
- Literate population in Pakur district is around 3,52,881, including 2,06,989 males and 1,45,892 females. In rural areas, it is 3,15,553, including 1,86,532 males and 1,29,021 females. In urban areas, it is 37,328, including 20,457 males and 16,871 females.
- Illiterate population in Pakur district is about 5,47,541, including 2,45,672 males and 3,01,869 females. In rural areas, it is 5,17,357, including 2,31,719 males and 2,85,638 females. In urban areas, it is 30,184, including 13,953 males and 16,231 females.
- There are about 1,82,317 households in Pakur district, including 1,68,906 in rural areas and 13,411 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Pakur. 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 | 28,469 | 25,177 | 3,292 |
| SC Male Population | 14,352 | 12,698 | 1,654 |
| SC Female Population | 14,117 | 12,479 | 1,638 |
| Total ST Population | 3,79,054 | 3,76,390 | 2,664 |
| ST Male Population | 1,86,967 | 1,85,652 | 1,315 |
| ST Female Population | 1,92,087 | 1,90,738 | 1,349 |
| Population Density | 497 / km² | 465 / km² | 3,632 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Pakur district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Pakur district is approximately 28,469, including 14,352 males and 14,117 females. In rural areas, it is 25,177, including 12,698 males and 12,479 females. In urban areas, it is 3,292, including 1,654 males and 1,638 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Pakur district is about 3,79,054, including 1,86,967 males and 1,92,087 females. In rural areas, it is 3,76,390, including 1,85,652 males and 1,90,738 females. In urban areas, it is 2,664, including 1,315 males and 1,349 females.
- Overall population density of Pakur district is around 497 people per km². Rural areas have about 465 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,632 people per km².