How many villages are listed for Sahibganj district?
Sahibganj district has 1,813 Census 2011 village records in this directory. They are grouped across 9 sub-districts in Jharkhand.
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Sahibganj District Village Directory
The Sahibganj district village directory covers 1,813 Census 2011 village records across 9 sub-districts in Jharkhand. These records help you compare Census village codes, population, households, village area, local facilities, nearest-town details and administrative paths before opening an individual village profile. Across the available records, Sahibganj district has 1,349 inhabited villages, 464 uninhabited village entries, 990,901 people and 196,056 households, with 208,501 hectares of recorded village area. For quick comparison, Borio has the most village records; Ganga Parshad is the largest listed village by population; Kakri Bandh Bona has the largest recorded area. The facility summary adds local context: primary school is reported for 1,349 villages, mobile coverage is reported for 426 villages, all-weather road is reported for 543 villages. The figures are prepared from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records.
Local Admin Units9
Villages1,813
Population990,901
Households196,056
Area (ha)208,500.95
Sub-districts in Sahibganj
The sub-district-wise table compares 9 sub-districts in Sahibganj district using Census 2011 village records. Borio has 343 villages, about 19% of the district list. Barharwa has the largest listed village population at 168,153 people.
| Sub-district | Census Code | Villages | Village Share | Inhabited % | Population | Population Share | Avg Pop / Village | Households | Area (ha) | Area Share | Pop / sq km | Largest Village |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barhait | 02567 | 273 | 15% | 73% | 115,742 | 12% | 424 | 24,156 | 36,707.48 | 18% | 315.3 | Kusma |
| Barharwa | 02572 | 240 | 13% | 68% | 168,153 | 17% | 701 | 34,247 | 18,326.91 | 8.8% | 917.5 | Mirjapur |
| Borio | 02566 | 343 | 19% | 78% | 90,881 | 9.2% | 265 | 19,275 | 39,152.10 | 19% | 232.1 | Borrio(santali) |
| Mandro | 02565 | 228 | 13% | 81% | 75,659 | 7.6% | 332 | 15,579 | 18,223.99 | 8.7% | 415.2 | Mahadevbaran |
| Pathna | 02571 | 150 | 8.3% | 89% | 81,940 | 8.3% | 546 | 17,124 | 17,138.85 | 8.2% | 478.1 | Bishunpur |
| Rajmahal | 02569 | 146 | 8.1% | 69% | 140,563 | 14% | 963 | 25,808 | 13,976.16 | 6.7% | 1,005.7 | Narainpur Diara |
| Sahibganj | 02564 | 32 | 1.8% | 66% | 73,906 | 7.5% | 2,31 | 13,523 | 16,816.20 | 8.1% | 439.5 | Ganga Parshad |
| Taljhari | 02568 | 273 | 15% | 75% | 76,330 | 7.7% | 28 | 16,159 | 27,302.52 | 13% | 279.6 | Kaliyani |
| Udhwa | 02570 | 128 | 7.1% | 59% | 167,727 | 17% | 1,31 | 30,185 | 20,856.74 | 10% | 804.2 | Palasgachhi Diara |
Sub-districts with the most village records
Borio, Barhait and Taljhari are the sub-districts with the most village records in Sahibganj district. Borio ranks first with 343 villages, 90,881 people and 232.1 people per sq km. Use this ranking to start local village search, Census code lookup and sub-district comparison.
| Rank | Sub-district | Villages | Village Share | Population | Population Share | Area (ha) | Area Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Borio | 343 | 19% | 90,881 | 9.2% | 39,152.10 | 19% |
| 2 | Barhait | 273 | 15% | 115,742 | 12% | 36,707.48 | 18% |
| 3 | Taljhari | 273 | 15% | 76,330 | 7.7% | 27,302.52 | 13% |
| 4 | Barharwa | 240 | 13% | 168,153 | 17% | 18,326.91 | 8.8% |
| 5 | Mandro | 228 | 13% | 75,659 | 7.6% | 18,223.99 | 8.7% |
| 6 | Pathna | 150 | 8.3% | 81,940 | 8.3% | 17,138.85 | 8.2% |
| 7 | Rajmahal | 146 | 8.1% | 140,563 | 14% | 13,976.16 | 6.7% |
| 8 | Udhwa | 128 | 7.1% | 167,727 | 17% | 20,856.74 | 10% |
| 9 | Sahibganj | 32 | 1.8% | 73,906 | 7.5% | 16,816.20 | 8.1% |
Largest Villages by Population
Ganga Parshad is the highest-population village listed for Sahibganj district, with 24,844 people and 4,580 households. That is 2.5% of the district's listed village population. The average household size is 5.4. The nearest town is Sahibganj; 6 km away.
| Rank | Village | Population | District Pop Share | Households | Avg Household Size | Area (ha) | Pop / sq km | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ganga Parshad | 24,844 | 2.5% | 4,580 | 5.4 | 2,558 | 971.2 | Sahibganj | 6 |
| 2 | Narainpur Diara | 23,465 | 2.4% | 3,721 | 6.3 | 0 | — | — | 0 |
| 3 | Palasgachhi Diara | 18,328 | 1.8% | 3,028 | 6.1 | 0 | — | — | — |
| 4 | Jamnagar | 14,429 | 1.5% | 2,596 | 5.6 | 479 | 3,012.3 | — | 0 |
| 5 | Sarfarazganj | 13,590 | 1.4% | 2,542 | 5.3 | 753 | 1,804.8 | — | — |
| 6 | Piarpur Diara | 13,340 | 1.3% | 1,990 | 6.7 | 0 | — | — | — |
| 7 | Udhua | 13,139 | 1.3% | 2,466 | 5.3 | 302 | 4,350.7 | — | — |
| 8 | Udhaua Diara | 11,531 | 1.2% | 1,792 | 6.4 | 0 | — | — | — |
| 9 | Begamganj | 11,316 | 1.1% | 2,087 | 5.4 | 374 | 3,025.7 | — | — |
| 10 | Makhmalpur | 10,517 | 1.1% | 1,868 | 5.6 | 1,314 | 800.4 | Sahibganj | 15 |
Largest Villages by Area
Kakri Bandh Bona has the largest recorded village area in Sahibganj district at 2,739 hectares. It represents 1.3% of the district's listed village area. Its listed population density is 0 people per sq km. Use area figures for broad comparison only; land and revenue checks should use official records.
| Rank | Village | Area (ha) | District Area Share | Population | Pop / sq km | Households | Households / ha | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kakri Bandh Bona | 2,739 | 1.3% | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | — | — |
| 2 | Ganga Parshad | 2,558 | 1.2% | 24,844 | 971.2 | 4,580 | 1.79 | Sahibganj | 6 |
| 3 | Balua Ogairah | 1,929.04 | 0.9% | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | Sahibganj | 7 |
| 4 | Ddepart | 1,858.55 | 0.9% | 274 | 14.7 | 59 | 0.03 | — | — |
| 5 | Harparshad Ogairah | 1,839 | 0.9% | 4,676 | 254.3 | 852 | 0.46 | Sahibganj | 6 |
| 6 | Balaua Toli | 1,796 | 0.9% | 981 | 54.6 | 163 | 0.09 | Sahibganj | 20 |
| 7 | Kishanparshad Ogairah | 1,743 | 0.8% | 3,531 | 202.6 | 719 | 0.41 | Sahibganj | 12 |
| 8 | Atar Beitol(daugati) | 1,418.85 | 0.7% | 71 | 5 | 18 | 0.01 | — | — |
| 9 | Hamidpur | 1,364 | 0.7% | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | — | — |
| 10 | Makhmalpur | 1,314 | 0.6% | 10,517 | 800.4 | 1,868 | 1.42 | Sahibganj | 15 |
Population Summary
Sahibganj district's village records list 990,901 people in 196,056 households. The average household size is 5.1. The listed village population density is 475.3 people per sq km.
Average Population / Village547
Average Household Size5.1
Inhabited Village %74%
Population Density / sq km475.3
Male Share0%
Female Share0%
SC Share0%
ST Share0%
Total Population990,901
Administrative Coverage
Administrative coverage connects Sahibganj district villages with local governance names used in Census 2011 records. The page reports 9 CD blocks, 348 Gram Panchayats and 39 nearest-town names. Common nearest-town references include 0, 12 and 15.
CD Blocks Reported9
Gram Panchayats Reported348
Nearest Town Names Reported39
CD blocks reported: Barhait, Barharwa, Borio, Mandro, Pathna, Rajmahal, Sahibganj, Taljhari, Udhwa.
Gram Panchayats reported: 374barbandh, Aatapur, Agloi, Alampur, Amanat Diara, Ambadiha, Amdanda, Aprol, Arjunpur, Atapur, Autgram, Babupur and more.
Village Facility Coverage
Village facility coverage uses Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) amenities fields for Sahibganj district. The strongest reported signals are primary school in 1,349 villages (74% of district records), mobile coverage in 426 villages (24% of district records), all-weather road in 543 villages (30% of district records). Lower-count fields include Domestic Power Supply and PDS Shop, so users should verify current services locally. Treat these figures as historical village amenities, not live service guarantees.
Facility Coverage Summary
| Facility | Villages with Facility | Reported Villages | Gap Count | % of All Villages |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary School | 1,349 | 1,349 | — | 74.41 |
| Mobile Coverage | 426 | 1,343 | — | 23.50 |
| All-Weather Road | 543 | 1,343 | — | 29.95 |
| PDS Shop | 311 | 1,349 | — | 17.15 |
| Domestic Power Supply | 213 | 1,343 | — | 11.75 |
Median Nearest Town Distance12 km
Villages within 5 km167
Villages over 25 km137
Nearest Town Distance Bands
| Distance Band | Villages | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Within 5 Km | 167 | 29% |
| 5-10 Km | 104 | 18% |
| 10-25 Km | 172 | 30% |
| Over 25 Km | 137 | 24% |
Location and Distance Highlights
Location and distance highlights show how Sahibganj villages relate to nearby towns and headquarters. Nearest-town distance is reported for 580 villages, with an average of 16.73 km and a median of 12 km. 167 villages are within 5 km of a listed town, while 137 are over 25 km away. Use these figures for orientation, not for survey, emergency travel or legal decisions.
| Distance Type | Reported Villages | Average km | Maximum km | Village | Place / HQ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Town Distance | 580 | 16.73 | 75 | Simberi | Sahibganj |
About the Available Data
This data coverage section explains what is available for Sahibganj district. Across the visible sections, the page summarises 26 data fields and 37,538 reported values from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records. Some values may be blank, old or not listed, so important decisions should be checked with official records.
| Data Section | Fields | Reported Values | Available / Positive Values |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census Codes and Administrative Details | 6 | 10,787 | 7,252 |
| Location and Distance | 3 | 2,922 | 2,216 |
| Population and Social Groups | 3 | 4,975 | 4,034 |
| Education Facilities | 8 | 10,790 | 2,059 |
| Connectivity, Roads and Transport | 2 | 2,686 | 969 |
| Financial, Market and Public Services | 1 | 1,349 | 311 |
| Power Supply | 3 | 4,029 | 604 |
Official Reference Links
Use official portals to verify current government information, land records, revenue details or administrative updates.
Data Method and Verification
This page is built as a reference guide, not as an official government record. The village figures come mainly from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public data. DCHB is published under the Registrar General of India, Government of India.
- Last Reviewed
- 30 May 2026
- Main Source
- Census 2011 village records and District Census Handbook data
- Postal Context
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- Banking Context
- Use the bank or RBI source record for current service status
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which sub-district has the most village records in Sahibganj district?
Borio has the most village records in Sahibganj district, with 343 entries. This is 19% of the district list, with 90,881 people where population is reported.
Which village has the highest population in Sahibganj district?
Ganga Parshad is the highest-population village shown for Sahibganj district, with 24,844 people and 4,580 households. It accounts for 2.5% of the listed district village population.
Which village has the largest recorded area in Sahibganj district?
Kakri Bandh Bona has the largest recorded village area in this directory for Sahibganj district, at 2,739 hectares. It represents 1.3% of the district's listed village area.
What population details are available for Sahibganj district villages?
The population summary includes 990,901 people, 196,056 households, male and female population, sex ratio, Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe figures where reported. For this page, average household size is 5.1 and population density is 475.3 people per sq km.
What village facilities are reported for Sahibganj district?
The facility section uses Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) village amenities fields. High-coverage signals include primary school in 1,349 villages (74% of district records), mobile coverage in 426 villages (24% of district records), all-weather road in 543 villages (30% of district records). These are historical records, not live service guarantees.
How do I find a Census village code in Sahibganj district?
Start from the sub-district-wise table, open the local page, then choose the village. Village profiles show the Census village code where it is listed in the Census 2011 record.
How can I verify land records for villages in Sahibganj district?
Use the official land-record portal for Jharkhand, or the district and revenue office links where available. Most portals ask for district, sub-district, village and a record number such as khata, khatiyan, plot, khasra or owner name depending on the state. Vill is for village directory context, not land ownership proof.
Is the Sahibganj district village data live or historical?
The village details are mainly based on Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records. Some administrative names, facilities, PINs or services may have changed after 2011, so verify important details with official sources.