Simdega
Simdega is a Town and Subdivision in Simdega District of Jharkhand. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Simdega Block (CD) is 02718. The total area of Simdega Subdivision is 546 km², which includes 509.65 km² of rural area and 36.00 km² of urban area. Simdega has a sex ratio of approximately 984 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Simdega Subdivision
Simdega Subdivision has a total of 60 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Simdega Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Akura | Biru | Simdega |
| 2 | Arani | Arani | Simdega |
| 3 | Baghlata | Garja | Simdega |
| 4 | Bakatangar | Arani | Simdega |
| 5 | Banabira | Tainsera | Simdega |
| 6 | Bangru | Bangru | Simdega |
| 7 | Bara Barpani | Bada Barpani | Simdega |
| 8 | Barkichhapar | Pithra | Simdega |
| 9 | Barpanichhota | Bada Barpani | Simdega |
| 10 | Belgarh | Jokbahar | Simdega |
| 11 | Belkarcha | Arani | Simdega |
| 12 | Bendojor | Kochedega | Simdega |
| 13 | Bhanwarpani | Bada Barpani | Simdega |
| 14 | Bherikudar | Bangru | Simdega |
| 15 | Bindhartoli | Arani | Simdega |
| 16 | Birkera | Arani | Simdega |
| 17 | Biru | Biru | Simdega |
| 18 | Chiksura | Tamra | Simdega |
| 19 | Danrgurda | Tamra | Simdega |
| 20 | Dhengurjore Alias Chiarikant | Tainsera | Simdega |
| 21 | Dumardih | Kairbera | Simdega |
| 22 | Garja | Garja | Simdega |
| 23 | Ghosna | Bada Barpani | Simdega |
| 24 | Golda | Pithra | Simdega |
| 25 | Hathabhanri | Kullukera | Simdega |
| 26 | Jamadohar | Garja | Simdega |
| 27 | Jamunakhar | Pithra | Simdega |
| 28 | Japkakona | Biru | Simdega |
| 29 | Jokari | Arani | Simdega |
| 30 | Jokbahar | Jokbahar | Simdega |
| 31 | Kamtara | Tamra | Simdega |
| 32 | Kasaidohar | Garja | Simdega |
| 33 | Katukona | Garja | Simdega |
| 34 | Kharwagarha | Garja | Simdega |
| 35 | Khutitoli | Bangru | Simdega |
| 36 | Kindardega | Kullukera | Simdega |
| 37 | Kochedega | Kochedega | Simdega |
| 38 | Koleyadamar | Bada Barpani | Simdega |
| 39 | Konbera | Tamra | Simdega |
| 40 | Kulukera | Kullukera | Simdega |
| 41 | Kurrung | Bada Barpani | Simdega |
| 42 | Madhuban | Bangru | Simdega |
| 43 | Meromloya | Pithra | Simdega |
| 44 | Muriya | Jokbahar | Simdega |
| 45 | Nawatoli | Arani | Simdega |
| 46 | Pharsabera | Bangru | Simdega |
| 47 | Phulwartangar | Arani | Simdega |
| 48 | Pindatangar | Arani | Simdega |
| 49 | Pithra | Pithra | Simdega |
| 50 | Rigri | Pithra | Simdega |
| 51 | Sansewai | Sewai | Simdega |
| 52 | Semarbera | Pithra | Simdega |
| 53 | Sewai | Sewai | Simdega |
| 54 | Tabhadih | Tamra | Simdega |
| 55 | Taisra | Tainsera | Simdega |
| 56 | Tamra | Tamra | Simdega |
| 57 | Thalkobera | Jokbahar | Simdega |
| 58 | Tilma | Garja | Simdega |
| 59 | Tirra | Garja | Simdega |
| 60 | Tumdegi | Pithra | Simdega |
Population of Simdega Subdivision
The population profile of Simdega Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Simdega Subdivision's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,15,075 | 72,131 | 42,944 |
| Male Population | 57,977 | 36,093 | 21,884 |
| Female Population | 57,098 | 36,038 | 21,060 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 16,669 | 11,248 | 5,421 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 8,424 | 5,680 | 2,744 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 8,245 | 5,568 | 2,677 |
| Literate Population | 73,381 | 41,314 | 32,067 |
| Literate Male Population | 40,008 | 22,931 | 17,077 |
| Literate Female Population | 33,373 | 18,383 | 14,990 |
| Illiterate Population | 41,694 | 30,817 | 10,877 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 17,969 | 13,162 | 4,807 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 23,725 | 17,655 | 6,070 |
| Total Households | 22,177 | 13,925 | 8,252 |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population of Simdega Subdivision is around 1,15,075 people. This includes 57,977 males and 57,098 females. Rural population is about 72,131 (36,093 males and 36,038 females), while urban population is nearly 42,944 (21,884 males and 21,060 females).
- Children aged 0–6 years make up about 16,669 of the population, with 8,424 boys and 8,245 girls. Rural areas have 11,248 children, and urban areas have about 5,421 children in this age group.
- There are approximately 73,381 literate people in Simdega Subdivision, including 40,008 literate males and 33,373 literate females. Literacy in rural areas includes 41,314 individuals and urban literacy covers around 32,067 people.
- About 41,694 people in Simdega Subdivision are not literate, including 17,969 males and 23,725 females. Rural areas include 30,817 non-literate people, while urban areas have nearly 10,877 individuals.
- The tehsil has around 22,177 households, with 13,925 in villages and 8,252 in towns.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Simdega Subdivision, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 10,249 | 8,326 | 1,923 |
| SC Male Population | 5,027 | 4,073 | 954 |
| SC Female Population | 5,222 | 4,253 | 969 |
| Total ST Population | 69,162 | 49,242 | 19,920 |
| ST Male Population | 34,219 | 24,586 | 9,633 |
| ST Female Population | 34,943 | 24,656 | 10,287 |
| Population Density | 211 / km² | 142 / km² | 1,193 / km² |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Simdega Subdivision is approximately 10,249 people, including 5,027 males and 5,222 females. Around 8,326 people live in rural parts. Nearly 1,923 people reside in urban areas.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Simdega Subdivision is about 69,162 people, including 34,219 males and 34,943 females. Around 49,242 live in villages or rural parts. Nearly 19,920 live in towns or urban regions.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 211 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 142 people per sq. km, urban areas record nearly 1,193 people per sq. km.