Tehsils in Hazaribag District
Complete List of Sub-District Administrative Divisions in Hazaribag, Jharkhand
About Tehsils in Hazaribag District
Hazaribag District in Jharkhand is divided into 16 tehsils (also known as tehsils, mandals, or subdivisions in different parts of India). These sub-district administrative divisions collectively cover approximately 1,789 villages and form the critical link between the district administration and grassroots communities.
Each tehsil in Hazaribag District is headed by a Tahsildar (also called Tehsil Officer or Revenue Officer), who serves as the primary administrative authority at the sub-district level. The Tahsildar and their team are responsible for maintaining land records and property documentation, collecting land revenue and property taxes, issuing essential government certificates (income, caste, residence, nativity), processing property mutations and transfers, implementing government welfare schemes, conducting local elections and census operations, and serving as first-level magistrate for minor legal matters. The tehsil office (Taluk/Tehsil/Mandal office) is where citizens interact most frequently with the government for day-to-day administrative needs.
Understanding the tehsil structure of Hazaribag District is essential for accessing local government services, identifying correct administrative jurisdictions, and navigating the bureaucratic system effectively. Below you'll find a complete list of all 16 tehsils in Hazaribag District with their village coverage.
Terminology Note
In Jharkhand, these administrative divisions are officially called tehsils. The same administrative level is known as Taluks in South India, Tehsils in North India, Mandals in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, and Subdivisions in Eastern India. All terms refer to the same sub-district tier with similar administrative functions.
List of Tehsils in Hazaribag District
| # | Tehsil Name | Type | Villages | Population | View Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Barhi | Tehsil | 163 | 131669 | View |
| 2 | Barkagaon | Tehsil | 130 | 136839 | View |
| 3 | Barkatha | Tehsil | 122 | 122269 | View |
| 4 | Bishungarh | Tehsil | 173 | 156477 | View |
| 5 | Chalkusa | Tehsil | 53 | 52068 | View |
| 6 | Chauparan | Tehsil | 306 | 161814 | View |
| 7 | Churchu | Tehsil | 64 | 53705 | View |
| 8 | Dadi | Tehsil | 65 | 77770 | View |
| 9 | Daru | Tehsil | 66 | 52305 | View |
| 10 | Hazaribag | Tehsil | 119 | 290098 | View |
| 11 | Ichak | Tehsil | 125 | 112815 | View |
| 12 | Katamdag | Tehsil | 60 | 82385 | View |
| 13 | Katkamsandi | Tehsil | 99 | 108361 | View |
| 14 | Keredari | Tehsil | 106 | 91357 | View |
| 15 | Padma | Tehsil | 54 | 56014 | View |
| 16 | Tati Jhariya | Tehsil | 84 | 48549 | View |
Browse Tehsils in Hazaribag
Barhi
Population: 131669Barkagaon
Population: 136839Barkatha
Population: 122269Bishungarh
Population: 156477Chalkusa
Population: 52068Chauparan
Population: 161814Churchu
Population: 53705Dadi
Population: 77770Daru
Population: 52305Hazaribag
Population: 290098Ichak
Population: 112815Katamdag
Population: 82385Katkamsandi
Population: 108361Keredari
Population: 91357Padma
Population: 56014Tati Jhariya
Population: 48549How to Use This Directory
This tehsil directory for Hazaribag District helps you find administrative divisions and access government services:
- Find your tehsil: Locate the tehsil that covers your village or area from the list above
- View detailed information: Click on any tehsil name to see villages, post offices, banks, and government offices in that area
- Access services: Identify the correct tehsil office (Tahsildar office) for certificate applications and land records
- Compare coverage: Use the village count column to understand the size and coverage of each tehsil
Frequently Asked Questions
How many tehsils are there in Hazaribag District?
Hazaribag District has 16 tehsils that together cover 1,789 villages. These administrative divisions handle revenue collection, land records, and essential government certificate services for all citizens in the district. The tehsils are administered under the overall supervision of the District Collector at Hazaribag.
What is the difference between a tehsil and a block in Hazaribag District?
A tehsil is a revenue administrative unit focused on land revenue collection, property registration, and issuing government certificates. A block (Community Development Block) is a development administrative unit focused on implementing rural development programs, healthcare, education, and welfare schemes. While both cover similar geographical areas in Hazaribag District, they serve different administrative purposes and are headed by different officers (Tahsildar vs Block Development Officer).
Where is the tehsil office located in Hazaribag District?
Each tehsil in Hazaribag District has its own tehsil office (Tahsildar office) usually located in the headquarters town of that tehsil. Click on any tehsil name in the list above to find the specific location, contact details, and office information. The tehsil office is where you submit applications for certificates, land mutations, and other revenue-related services.
How do I find which tehsil my village belongs to in Hazaribag District?
To find your village's tehsil in Hazaribag District: (1) Browse the tehsils listed above and click on each to see the village list, (2) Check your land records or property documents which mention the tehsil name, (3) Use the village search feature on ChennaiIQ to directly locate your village, or (4) Contact the District Collectorate for administrative boundary information.
What services can I access at a tehsil office in Hazaribag District?
Tehsil offices (Tahsildar offices) in Hazaribag District provide numerous essential services: Certificates: Income, caste, community, residence, nativity, and legal heir certificates. Land services: Patta transfers, mutation of records, encumbrance certificates, land valuations. Revenue services: Land tax payment, property tax assessment. Welfare services: Old age pension, widow pension, ration card applications. Emergency services: Emergency certificates during natural disasters. The Tahsildar also has magisterial powers to handle minor legal and administrative matters.