Jharkhand (झारखंड)
Administrative Divisions
Jharkhand are divided into 24 districts for administrative purposes. Here's a closer look at each:
List of Districts of Jharkhand
| # | District | Area (km²) | Population (2011) | Density (km²) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bokaro | 2883 | 2062330 | 715.3 |
| 2 | Chatra | 3718 | 1042886 | 280.5 |
| 3 | Deoghar | 2477 | 1492073 | 602.4 |
| 4 | Dhanbad | 2040 | 2684487 | 1316 |
| 5 | Dumka | 3761 | 1321442 | 351.4 |
| 6 | Garhwa | 4093 | 1322784 | 323.2 |
| 7 | Giridih | 4962 | 2445474 | 492.8 |
| 8 | Godda | 2266 | 1313551 | 579.7 |
| 9 | Gumla | 5360 | 1025213 | 191.3 |
| 10 | Hazaribagh | 3555 | 1734495 | 487.9 |
| 11 | Jamtara | 1811 | 791042 | 436.8 |
| 12 | Khunti | 2535 | 531885 | 209.8 |
| 13 | Kodarma | 2540 | 716259 | 282 |
| 14 | Latehar | 4291 | 726978 | 169.4 |
| 15 | Lohardaga | 1502 | 461790 | 307.5 |
| 16 | Pakur | 1811 | 900422 | 497.2 |
| 17 | Palamu | 4393 | 1939869 | 441.6 |
| 18 | Pashchimi Singhbhum | 7224 | 1502338 | 208 |
| 19 | Purbi Singhbhum | 3562 | 2293919 | 644 |
| 20 | Ramgarh | 1341 | 949443 | 708 |
| 21 | Ranchi | 5097 | 2914253 | 571.8 |
| 22 | Sahibganj | 2063 | 1150567 | 557.7 |
| 23 | Saraikela Kharsawan | 2657 | 1065056 | 400.8 |
| 24 | Simdega | 3774 | 599578 | 158.9 |
- Largest district by area: Pashchimi Singhbhum with 7224 km²
- Largest district by population: Ranchi with 2914253 people
- Smallest district by area: Ramgarh with 1341 km²
- Smallest district by population: Lohardaga with 461790 people
Geographic and Demographic Overview
- Total Area: 79716km²
- Total Population (2011): 32988134
- High Court: Jharkhand High Court
Population Distribution
The population is distributed between urban and rural areas as follows:
| Particulars | Rural | Urban | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 25055073 | 7933061 | 32988134 |
| Male Population | 12776486 | 4153829 | 16930315 |
| Female Population | 12278587 | 3779232 | 16057819 |
Household Distribution
The distribution of households in the Jharkhand is:
| Rural Households | Urban Households | Total Households |
|---|---|---|
| 4729369 | 1525412 | 6254781 |
Question and Answer
Q: What is the capital of the Jharkhand?
A: The capital of the Jharkhand is Ranchi.
Q: When were the Jharkhand established as a Union Territory or State?
A: The Jharkhand were established as a Union Territory or State on 15-Nov-2000.
Q: How many districts are there in the Jharkhand?
A: There are 24 districts in the Jharkhand .
Q: What is the largest district by area in the Jharkhand?
A: The largest district by area in the Jharkhand is Pashchimi Singhbhum, with an area of 7224 km².
Q: Which district in the Jharkhand has the largest population?
A: The district with the largest population in the Jharkhand is Ranchi, with a population of 2914253 people.
Q: What is the total area of the Jharkhand?
A: The total area of the Jharkhand is 79716 km².
Q: What is the total population of the Jharkhand according to the 2011 census?
A: According to the 2011 census, the total population of the Jharkhand is 32988134.
Q: Which high court has jurisdiction over the Jharkhand?
A: The Jharkhand High Court has jurisdiction over the Jharkhand.
Q: How is the population distributed between urban and rural areas in the Jharkhand?
A: The population distribution in the Jharkhand is as follows:
- Rural Population: 25055073
- Urban Population: 7933061
Q: How many households are there in the Jharkhand?
A: There are 6254781 households in the Jharkhand.
Q: What are the population ranges of villages in the Jharkhand?
A: The population ranges of villages in the Jharkhand are:
- Less than 100: 5277
- 100-499: 10628
- 500-999: 7661
- 1000-1999: 5057
- 2000-2999: 1488
- 3000-3999: 587
- 4000-4999: 247
- 5000 And Above: 256
Q: How is the male and female population distributed in the Jharkhand?
A: The population distribution by gender in the Jharkhand is as follows:
- Male Population: 16930315
- Female Population: 16057819
Q: What is the smallest district by area in the Jharkhand?
A: The smallest district by area in the Jharkhand is Ramgarh, with an area of 1341 km².
Q: Which district in the Jharkhand has the smallest population?
A: The district with the smallest population in the Jharkhand is Lohardaga, with a population of 461790 people.
Q: What are Union Territories or States in the Eastern Region of India?
A: Union Territories or States in the Eastern Region of India include: