Simdega
Simdega is a district in the Jharkhand State of India. The total area of Simdega district is 3,774 km², which includes 3,738.00 km² of rural area and 36.00 km² of urban area. There are about 449 villages in Simdega district.
For administrative convenience, Simdega 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 10 subdivisions in Simdega district. Here is the list of all Simdega Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Simdega District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bano | 534 | 80,462 |
| 2 | Bansjor | 258 | 25,519 |
| 3 | Bolba | 293 | 30,786 |
| 4 | Jaldega | 340 | 64,286 |
| 5 | Kersai | 253 | 39,218 |
| 6 | Kolebira | 439 | 71,283 |
| 7 | Kurdeg | 275 | 47,984 |
| 8 | Pakar Tanr | 227 | 37,507 |
| 9 | Simdega | 546 | 1,15,075 |
| 10 | Thethaitangar | 611 | 87,458 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Thethaitangar is the largest subdivision in simdega district, covering an area of 611.22 km², while Pakar Tanr is the smallest subdivision in the district, with an area of 226.71 km². Simdega is the most populous, whereas Bansjor is the least populous subdivision in simdega district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Thethaitangar | Simdega |
| Smallest Tehsil | Pakar Tanr | Pakar Tanr |
Population of Simdega District
The population of Simdega 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 Simdega, 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 | 5,99,578 | 5,56,634 | 42,944 |
| Total Male Population | 3,00,309 | 2,78,425 | 21,884 |
| Total Female Population | 2,99,269 | 2,78,209 | 21,060 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 94,414 | 88,993 | 5,421 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 47,962 | 45,218 | 2,744 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 46,452 | 43,775 | 2,677 |
| Literate Population | 3,43,483 | 3,11,416 | 32,067 |
| Literate Male Population | 1,91,991 | 1,74,914 | 17,077 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,51,492 | 1,36,502 | 14,990 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,56,095 | 2,45,218 | 10,877 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,08,318 | 1,03,511 | 4,807 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,47,777 | 1,41,707 | 6,070 |
| Households | 1,18,288 | 1,10,036 | 8,252 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Simdega district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Simdega district is 5,99,578, including 3,00,309 males and 2,99,269 females. In rural areas, it is 5,56,634, including 2,78,425 males and 2,78,209 females. In urban areas, it is 42,944, including 21,884 males and 21,060 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Simdega district is 94,414, including 47,962 boys and 46,452 girls. In rural areas, it is 88,993, including 45,218 boys and 43,775 girls. In urban areas, it is 5,421, including 2,744 boys and 2,677 girls.
- Literate population in Simdega district is around 3,43,483, including 1,91,991 males and 1,51,492 females. In rural areas, it is 3,11,416, including 1,74,914 males and 1,36,502 females. In urban areas, it is 32,067, including 17,077 males and 14,990 females.
- Illiterate population in Simdega district is about 2,56,095, including 1,08,318 males and 1,47,777 females. In rural areas, it is 2,45,218, including 1,03,511 males and 1,41,707 females. In urban areas, it is 10,877, including 4,807 males and 6,070 females.
- There are about 1,18,288 households in Simdega district, including 1,10,036 in rural areas and 8,252 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Simdega. 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 | 44,674 | 42,751 | 1,923 |
| SC Male Population | 22,150 | 21,196 | 954 |
| SC Female Population | 22,524 | 21,555 | 969 |
| Total ST Population | 4,24,407 | 4,04,487 | 19,920 |
| ST Male Population | 2,11,546 | 2,01,913 | 9,633 |
| ST Female Population | 2,12,861 | 2,02,574 | 10,287 |
| Population Density | 159 / km² | 149 / km² | 1,193 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Simdega district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Simdega district is approximately 44,674, including 22,150 males and 22,524 females. In rural areas, it is 42,751, including 21,196 males and 21,555 females. In urban areas, it is 1,923, including 954 males and 969 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Simdega district is about 4,24,407, including 2,11,546 males and 2,12,861 females. In rural areas, it is 4,04,487, including 2,01,913 males and 2,02,574 females. In urban areas, it is 19,920, including 9,633 males and 10,287 females.
- Overall population density of Simdega district is around 159 people per km². Rural areas have about 149 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,193 people per km².