Jharkhand, in eastern India, is known for its tribal culture, mineral resources, and lush forests. Covering 79,716 km², it has 32,615 villages and a population of 32,988,134 (2011 Census). Ranchi, the capital, hosts the Jharkhand High Court. Formed on November 15, 2000, its 24 districts support rural and industrial communities.
In Jharkhand, villages are categorized based on their population. Here’s a breakdown of the number of villages within each population range:
| District Name in English | District Name | Area (km²) | Population (2011) | Density (/km²) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bokaro | बोकारो | |||
| Chatra | चतरा | |||
| Deoghar | देवघर | |||
| Dhanbad | धनबाद | |||
| Dumka | दुमका | |||
| East Singhbhum | पूर्वी सिंहभूम | |||
| Garhwa | गढ़वा | |||
| Giridih | गिरिडीह | |||
| Godda | गोड्डा | |||
| Gumla | गुमला | |||
| Hazaribagh | हजारीबाग | |||
| Jamtara | जामताड़ा | |||
| Khunti | खूंटी | |||
| Koderma | कोडरमा | |||
| Latehar | लातेहार | |||
| Lohardaga | लोहरदगा | |||
| Pakur | पाकुड़ | |||
| Palamu | पलामू | |||
| Ramgarh | रामगढ़ | |||
| Ranchi | रांची | |||
| Sahibganj | साहिबगंज | |||
| Saraikela Kharsawan | सरायकेला खरसावाँ | |||
| Simdega | सिमडेगा | |||
| West Singhbhum | पश्चिमी सिंहभूम |
As per the 2011 Census, Jharkhand has a total population of 32988134 people, with 7933061 residing in urban areas and 25055073 in rural regions. The population density of Jharkhand is approximately 413.82/ km² (people per square kilometer), reflecting its high concentration of inhabitants across both urban and rural landscapes.
| Particulars | Rural | Urban | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 25055073 | 7933061 | 32988134 |
| Male Population | 12776486 | 4153829 | 16930315 |
| Female Population | 12278587 | 3779232 | 16057819 |
As of the latest data, the population density of Jharkhand is approximately 413.82/ km² (people per square kilometer). The breakdown is as follows:
| Rural | Urban | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 324.16 | 3272.8 | 413.82/ km² |
As per the 2011 Census, Jharkhand has a total of 62,54,781 households, with 47,29,369 in rural areas and 15,25,412 in urban regions.
| Particulars | Households |
|---|---|
| Rural Households | 47,29,369 |
| Urban Households | 15,25,412 |
| Total Households | 62,54,781 |
| State Overview | |
|---|---|
| State/UT Name | Jharkhand - (झारखंड) |
| Capital | Ranchi |
| Established | 15-Nov-2000 |
| Total Area | 79,716 km² |
| Total Villages | 32725 |
| Sex Ratio (2011) | 948 |
| Population Density | 413.82/ km² |
| Total Population (2011) | 3,29,88,134 |
| High Court | Jharkhand High Court |
| Total Population | Villages in Jharkhand |
|---|---|
| less than 200 | 5456 |
| 200-499 | 8249 |
| 500-999 | 7948 |
| 1000-1999 | 5215 |
| 2000-4999 | 2365 |
| 5000-9999 | 224 |
| 10000 and above | 35 |
All survey data of Jharkhand villages are based on the Office of the Registrar General & Census Commissioner, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, 2015 (censusindia.gov.in). Open Government Data Platform India. Published under National Data Sharing and Accessibility Policy (NDSAP).