Godda, located in the state of Jharkhand, India, is a historically significant district and city. This article offers a comprehensive overview of Godda, including its population, demographic details, household data, administrative structure, and a detailed list of its subdivisions or sub-districts. Explore the key facts and figures that make Godda a vital part of Jharkhand.
Godda is one of the key districts in Jharkhand, covering an area of 2266 /km² with a total population of 1313551 as per the latest census. With a population density of 579.68 /km² (people per squar km), Godda is home to 1688 villages, reflecting its rich cultural and demographic diversity.
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Godda District is approximately 1313551, with a division between rural and urban areas. The rural population stands at 1249132, while the urban population is 64419. The district has a population density of 579.68 /km² (people per square kilometer).
| Rural | Urban | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1249132 | 64419 | 1313551 |
| Male | 643907 | 34020 | 677927 |
| Female | 605225 | 30399 | 635624 |
Godda District is home to approximately 253648 households, with a large proportion located in rural areas. The district has an average household size of 5.18 people.
| Type | Households |
|---|---|
| Total | 253648 |
| Rural | 241815 |
| Urban | 11833 |
In Godda District, villages are categorized based on their population size. Here’s a breakdown of the number of villages within each population range:
| Total Population | Villages |
|---|---|
| less than 200 | 494 |
| 200-499 | 412 |
| 500-999 | 370 |
| 1000-1999 | 274 |
| 2000-4999 | 133 |
| 5000-9999 | 5 |
| 10000 and above | 0 |
Godda District is administratively divided into 9 Subdivisions or tehsils to streamline governance and ensure efficient management. Each tehsil is overseen by a Tehsildar, who manages revenue administration and maintains law and order within the subdivision.
| District | Area (km²) | Population (2011) | Density (/km²) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bashant Rai* | 80.91 | 93448 | 1155.03 |
| Boarijor | 388.04 | 138330 | 356.49 |
| Godda | 355.47 | 270255 | 760.29 |
| Mahagama | 159.55 | 196976 | 1234.55 |
| Meherma | 125.11 | 146325 | 1169.59 |
| Pathargama | 164.95 | 115662 | 701.18 |
| Poreyahat | 475.54 | 187489 | 394.27 |
| Sundarpahari | 433.48 | 65463 | 151.02 |
| Thakurgangti | 82.97 | 99603 | 1200.54 |
1. What is the total area of Godda District?
2. What is the total population of Godda District?
3. How is the population distributed between rural and urban areas in Godda?
4. What is the population density of Godda District?
5. How many households are there in Godda District?
6. What is the average household size in Godda District?
7. How many subdivisions (tehsils) are there in Godda District?