Purbi Singhbhum
Purbi Singhbhum is a district in the Jharkhand State of India. The total area of Purbi Singhbhum district is 3,562 km², which includes 3,373.63 km² of rural area and 188.37 km² of urban area. There are about 1,609 villages in Purbi Singhbhum district.
For administrative convenience, Purbi 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 11 subdivisions in Purbi Singhbhum district. Here is the list of all Purbi Singhbhum Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Purbi Singhbhum District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baharagora | 352 | 1,53,051 |
| 2 | Boram | 279 | 69,013 |
| 3 | Chakulia | 429 | 1,25,116 |
| 4 | Dhalbhumgarh | 179 | 61,932 |
| 5 | Dumaria | 328 | 62,128 |
| 6 | Ghatshila | 348 | 1,29,905 |
| 7 | Golmuri Jugsalai | 353 | 12,60,201 |
| 8 | Gurbandha | 225 | 43,001 |
| 9 | Musabani | 239 | 1,07,084 |
| 10 | Patamda | 220 | 82,876 |
| 11 | Potka | 610 | 1,99,612 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Potka is the largest subdivision in purbi singhbhum district, covering an area of 609.94 km², while Dhalbhumgarh is the smallest subdivision in the district, with an area of 178.77 km². Golmuri-Cum-Jugsalai is the most populous, whereas Gurbandha is the least populous subdivision in purbi singhbhum district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Potka | Golmuri-Cum-Jugsalai |
| Smallest Tehsil | Dhalbhumgarh | Dhalbhumgarh |
Population of Purbi Singhbhum District
The population of Purbi 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 Purbi 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 | 22,93,919 | 10,19,328 | 12,74,591 |
| Total Male Population | 11,76,902 | 5,14,498 | 6,62,404 |
| Total Female Population | 11,17,017 | 5,04,830 | 6,12,187 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,96,626 | 1,47,492 | 1,49,134 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,54,229 | 75,554 | 78,675 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,42,397 | 71,938 | 70,459 |
| Literate Population | 15,07,699 | 5,47,997 | 9,59,702 |
| Literate Male Population | 8,56,526 | 3,27,892 | 5,28,634 |
| Literate Female Population | 6,51,173 | 2,20,105 | 4,31,068 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,86,220 | 4,71,331 | 3,14,889 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,20,376 | 1,86,606 | 1,33,770 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,65,844 | 2,84,725 | 1,81,119 |
| Households | 4,76,931 | 2,18,160 | 2,58,771 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Purbi Singhbhum district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Purbi Singhbhum district is 22,93,919, including 11,76,902 males and 11,17,017 females. In rural areas, it is 10,19,328, including 5,14,498 males and 5,04,830 females. In urban areas, it is 12,74,591, including 6,62,404 males and 6,12,187 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Purbi Singhbhum district is 2,96,626, including 1,54,229 boys and 1,42,397 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,47,492, including 75,554 boys and 71,938 girls. In urban areas, it is 1,49,134, including 78,675 boys and 70,459 girls.
- Literate population in Purbi Singhbhum district is around 15,07,699, including 8,56,526 males and 6,51,173 females. In rural areas, it is 5,47,997, including 3,27,892 males and 2,20,105 females. In urban areas, it is 9,59,702, including 5,28,634 males and 4,31,068 females.
- Illiterate population in Purbi Singhbhum district is about 7,86,220, including 3,20,376 males and 4,65,844 females. In rural areas, it is 4,71,331, including 1,86,606 males and 2,84,725 females. In urban areas, it is 3,14,889, including 1,33,770 males and 1,81,119 females.
- There are about 4,76,931 households in Purbi Singhbhum district, including 2,18,160 in rural areas and 2,58,771 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Purbi 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 | 1,11,414 | 44,771 | 66,643 |
| SC Male Population | 56,147 | 22,363 | 33,784 |
| SC Female Population | 55,267 | 22,408 | 32,859 |
| Total ST Population | 6,53,923 | 5,15,214 | 1,38,709 |
| ST Male Population | 3,25,989 | 2,56,760 | 69,229 |
| ST Female Population | 3,27,934 | 2,58,454 | 69,480 |
| Population Density | 644 / km² | 302 / km² | 6,766 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Purbi Singhbhum district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Purbi Singhbhum district is approximately 1,11,414, including 56,147 males and 55,267 females. In rural areas, it is 44,771, including 22,363 males and 22,408 females. In urban areas, it is 66,643, including 33,784 males and 32,859 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Purbi Singhbhum district is about 6,53,923, including 3,25,989 males and 3,27,934 females. In rural areas, it is 5,15,214, including 2,56,760 males and 2,58,454 females. In urban areas, it is 1,38,709, including 69,229 males and 69,480 females.
- Overall population density of Purbi Singhbhum district is around 644 people per km². Rural areas have about 302 people per km². Urban areas have about 6,766 people per km².