Pashchimi Singhbhum
Pashchimi Singhbhum is a district in the Jharkhand State of India. The total area of Pashchimi Singhbhum district is 7,224 km², which includes 7,110.08 km² of rural area and 113.92 km² of urban area. There are about 1,642 villages in Pashchimi Singhbhum district.
For administrative convenience, Pashchimi Singhbhum 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 18 subdivisions in Pashchimi Singhbhum district. Here is the list of all Pashchimi Singhbhum Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Pashchimi Singhbhum District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anandpur | 308 | 44,406 |
| 2 | Bandgaon | 488 | 87,072 |
| 3 | Chaibasa | 210 | 1,55,954 |
| 4 | Chakradharpur | 395 | 1,97,953 |
| 5 | Goilkera | 534 | 74,019 |
| 6 | Gudri | 612 | 38,282 |
| 7 | Hat Gamharia | 296 | 67,226 |
| 8 | Jagannathpur | 312 | 99,169 |
| 9 | Jhinkpani | 124 | 53,792 |
| 10 | Khuntpani | 416 | 83,047 |
| 11 | Kumardungi | 294 | 55,352 |
| 12 | Majhgaon | 285 | 72,616 |
| 13 | Manjhari | 320 | 68,450 |
| 14 | Manoharpur | 968 | 90,142 |
| 15 | Noamundi | 613 | 1,13,333 |
| 16 | Sonua | 202 | 77,697 |
| 17 | Tantnagar | 204 | 63,910 |
| 18 | Tonto | 643 | 59,918 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Manoharpur is the largest subdivision in pashchimi singhbhum district, covering an area of 968.09 km², while Jhinkpani is the smallest subdivision in the district, with an area of 124.11 km². Chakradharpur is the most populous, whereas Gudri is the least populous subdivision in pashchimi singhbhum district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Manoharpur | Chakradharpur |
| Smallest Tehsil | Jhinkpani | Jhinkpani |
Population of Pashchimi Singhbhum District
The population of Pashchimi Singhbhum 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 Pashchimi Singhbhum, 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 | 15,02,338 | 12,84,304 | 2,18,034 |
| Total Male Population | 7,49,385 | 6,37,657 | 1,11,728 |
| Total Female Population | 7,52,953 | 6,46,647 | 1,06,306 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,61,493 | 2,34,093 | 27,400 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,31,836 | 1,17,879 | 13,957 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,29,657 | 1,16,214 | 13,443 |
| Literate Population | 7,27,561 | 5,70,404 | 1,57,157 |
| Literate Male Population | 4,39,273 | 3,51,945 | 87,328 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,88,288 | 2,18,459 | 69,829 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,74,777 | 7,13,900 | 60,877 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,10,112 | 2,85,712 | 24,400 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,64,665 | 4,28,188 | 36,477 |
| Households | 3,02,046 | 2,57,294 | 44,752 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Pashchimi Singhbhum district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Pashchimi Singhbhum district is 15,02,338, including 7,49,385 males and 7,52,953 females. In rural areas, it is 12,84,304, including 6,37,657 males and 6,46,647 females. In urban areas, it is 2,18,034, including 1,11,728 males and 1,06,306 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Pashchimi Singhbhum district is 2,61,493, including 1,31,836 boys and 1,29,657 girls. In rural areas, it is 2,34,093, including 1,17,879 boys and 1,16,214 girls. In urban areas, it is 27,400, including 13,957 boys and 13,443 girls.
- Literate population in Pashchimi Singhbhum district is around 7,27,561, including 4,39,273 males and 2,88,288 females. In rural areas, it is 5,70,404, including 3,51,945 males and 2,18,459 females. In urban areas, it is 1,57,157, including 87,328 males and 69,829 females.
- Illiterate population in Pashchimi Singhbhum district is about 7,74,777, including 3,10,112 males and 4,64,665 females. In rural areas, it is 7,13,900, including 2,85,712 males and 4,28,188 females. In urban areas, it is 60,877, including 24,400 males and 36,477 females.
- There are about 3,02,046 households in Pashchimi Singhbhum district, including 2,57,294 in rural areas and 44,752 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Pashchimi Singhbhum. 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 | 56,986 | 38,215 | 18,771 |
| SC Male Population | 28,144 | 18,916 | 9,228 |
| SC Female Population | 28,842 | 19,299 | 9,543 |
| Total ST Population | 10,11,296 | 9,53,106 | 58,190 |
| ST Male Population | 5,00,949 | 4,72,040 | 28,909 |
| ST Female Population | 5,10,347 | 4,81,066 | 29,281 |
| Population Density | 208 / km² | 181 / km² | 1,914 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Pashchimi Singhbhum district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Pashchimi Singhbhum district is approximately 56,986, including 28,144 males and 28,842 females. In rural areas, it is 38,215, including 18,916 males and 19,299 females. In urban areas, it is 18,771, including 9,228 males and 9,543 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Pashchimi Singhbhum district is about 10,11,296, including 5,00,949 males and 5,10,347 females. In rural areas, it is 9,53,106, including 4,72,040 males and 4,81,066 females. In urban areas, it is 58,190, including 28,909 males and 29,281 females.
- Overall population density of Pashchimi Singhbhum district is around 208 people per km². Rural areas have about 181 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,914 people per km².