Sahibganj
Sahibganj is a district in the Jharkhand State of India. The total area of Sahibganj district is 2,063 km², which includes 2,035.78 km² of rural area and 27.22 km² of urban area. There are about 1,349 villages in Sahibganj district.
For administrative convenience, Sahibganj 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 Sahibganj district. Here is the list of all Sahibganj Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Sahibganj District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Barhait | 352 | 1,30,227 |
| 2 | Barharwa | 179 | 1,80,770 |
| 3 | Borio | 367 | 97,845 |
| 4 | Mandro | 217 | 75,659 |
| 5 | Pathna | 176 | 81,940 |
| 6 | Rajmahal | 245 | 1,68,413 |
| 7 | Sahibganj | 180 | 1,62,120 |
| 8 | Taljhari | 255 | 76,330 |
| 9 | Udhwa | 92 | 1,77,263 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Borio is the largest subdivision in sahibganj district, covering an area of 367.20 km², while Udhwa is the smallest subdivision in the district, with an area of 92.04 km². Barharwa is the most populous, whereas Mandro is the least populous subdivision in sahibganj district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Borio | Barharwa |
| Smallest Tehsil | Udhwa | Udhwa |
Population of Sahibganj District
The population of Sahibganj 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 Sahibganj, 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 | 11,50,567 | 9,90,901 | 1,59,666 |
| Total Male Population | 5,89,391 | 5,05,892 | 83,499 |
| Total Female Population | 5,61,176 | 4,85,009 | 76,167 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,21,955 | 1,96,990 | 24,965 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,13,220 | 1,00,386 | 12,834 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,08,735 | 96,604 | 12,131 |
| Literate Population | 4,83,263 | 3,84,659 | 98,604 |
| Literate Male Population | 2,87,303 | 2,31,109 | 56,194 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,95,960 | 1,53,550 | 42,410 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,67,304 | 6,06,242 | 61,062 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,02,088 | 2,74,783 | 27,305 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,65,216 | 3,31,459 | 33,757 |
| Households | 2,27,023 | 1,96,056 | 30,967 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Sahibganj district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Sahibganj district is 11,50,567, including 5,89,391 males and 5,61,176 females. In rural areas, it is 9,90,901, including 5,05,892 males and 4,85,009 females. In urban areas, it is 1,59,666, including 83,499 males and 76,167 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Sahibganj district is 2,21,955, including 1,13,220 boys and 1,08,735 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,96,990, including 1,00,386 boys and 96,604 girls. In urban areas, it is 24,965, including 12,834 boys and 12,131 girls.
- Literate population in Sahibganj district is around 4,83,263, including 2,87,303 males and 1,95,960 females. In rural areas, it is 3,84,659, including 2,31,109 males and 1,53,550 females. In urban areas, it is 98,604, including 56,194 males and 42,410 females.
- Illiterate population in Sahibganj district is about 6,67,304, including 3,02,088 males and 3,65,216 females. In rural areas, it is 6,06,242, including 2,74,783 males and 3,31,459 females. In urban areas, it is 61,062, including 27,305 males and 33,757 females.
- There are about 2,27,023 households in Sahibganj district, including 1,96,056 in rural areas and 30,967 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Sahibganj. 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 | 72,341 | 57,490 | 14,851 |
| SC Male Population | 37,317 | 29,560 | 7,757 |
| SC Female Population | 35,024 | 27,930 | 7,094 |
| Total ST Population | 3,08,343 | 3,01,930 | 6,413 |
| ST Male Population | 1,53,435 | 1,50,205 | 3,230 |
| ST Female Population | 1,54,908 | 1,51,725 | 3,183 |
| Population Density | 558 / km² | 487 / km² | 5,866 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Sahibganj district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Sahibganj district is approximately 72,341, including 37,317 males and 35,024 females. In rural areas, it is 57,490, including 29,560 males and 27,930 females. In urban areas, it is 14,851, including 7,757 males and 7,094 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Sahibganj district is about 3,08,343, including 1,53,435 males and 1,54,908 females. In rural areas, it is 3,01,930, including 1,50,205 males and 1,51,725 females. In urban areas, it is 6,413, including 3,230 males and 3,183 females.
- Overall population density of Sahibganj district is around 558 people per km². Rural areas have about 487 people per km². Urban areas have about 5,866 people per km².