Arunachal Pradesh
Arunachal Pradesh is an Indian State located in the Northeastern region of India. Arunachal Pradesh state is established on 20-Feb-1987 and the capital of Arunachal Pradesh is Itanagar. Arunachal Pradesh is a wonderful state, known for its snow-capped mountains and diverse tribes. It's where you can find the mighty Brahmaputra River and enjoy adventurous activities like trekking and river rafting. Arunachal Pradesh is also home to many unique animals and plants, making it a paradise for nature lovers! The major cities of Arunachal Pradesh include Itanagar, Naharlagun, Pasighat, Namsai, Tawang etc., while the largest city in the state is Itanagar.
As per the 2011 Census, the total area of Arunachal Pradesh is 83,743 km², including unknown of rural area and unknown of urban area. English is the official language of Arunachal Pradesh, spoken by the majority of the population. Arunachal Pradesh has a sex ratio of approximately 938 females for every 1,000 males. As per the ISO 3166-2:IN standard, the ISO code of Arunachal Pradesh is IN-AR.
List of Districts of Arunachal Pradesh
For administrative purposes, Arunachal Pradesh state is further divided into districts. As per the 2011 Census, there are 16 districts in Arunachal Pradesh. Here is the complete list of Arunachal Pradesh districts along with area and population details.
| # | District | Area (km²) | Population (2011) | Density (/km²) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anjaw | 6,190 | 21,167 | 3.42 |
| 2 | Changlang | 4,662 | 1,48,226 | 31.79 |
| 3 | Dibang Valley | 9,129 | 8,004 | 0.877 |
| 4 | East Kameng | 4,134 | 78,690 | 19.03 |
| 5 | East Siang | 3,603 | 99,214 | 27.54 |
| 6 | Kurung Kumey | 6,040 | 92,076 | 15.24 |
| 7 | Lohit | 5,212 | 1,45,726 | 27.96 |
| 8 | Lower Dibang Valley | 3,900 | 54,080 | 13.87 |
| 9 | Lower Subansiri | 3,508 | 83,030 | 23.67 |
| 10 | Papum Pare | 3,462 | 1,76,573 | 51 |
| 11 | Tawang | 2,172 | 49,977 | 23.01 |
| 12 | Tirap | 2,362 | 1,11,975 | 47.41 |
| 13 | Upper Siang | 6,590 | 35,320 | 5.36 |
| 14 | Upper Subansiri | 7,032 | 83,448 | 11.87 |
| 15 | West Kameng | 7,422 | 83,947 | 11.31 |
| 16 | West Siang | 8,325 | 1,12,274 | 13.49 |
Largest & Smallest Districts
Dibang Valley is the largest district in Arunachal Pradesh covering an area of 9129 km², while Tawang is the smallest district covering an area of 2172 km². Papum Pare is the most populous, whereas Dibang Valley is the least populous district in Arunachal Pradesh state.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest District | Dibang Valley | Papum Pare |
| Smallest District | Tawang | Tawang |
Population of Arunachal Pradesh
Here’s a quick overview of the population distribution in Arunachal Pradesh State, based on the Census 2011 data:
- Total population of Arunachal Pradesh State is 13,83,727, with around 7,13,912 males and 6,69,815 females.
- About 10,66,358 people live in rural areas, including nearly 5,46,011 males and 5,20,347 females.
- Approximately 3,17,369 people live in urban areas, including around 1,67,901 males and 1,49,468 females.
The following table provides a detailed comparison between rural, urban, and total population figures.
| Particulars | Rural | Urban | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,66,358 | 3,17,369 | 13,83,727 |
| Male Population | 5,46,011 | 1,67,901 | 7,13,912 |
| Female Population | 5,20,347 | 1,49,468 | 6,69,815 |
Households in Arunachal Pradesh
Here’s a quick overview of household distribution in Arunachal Pradesh State as per the Census 2011 data:
- Total number of households in Arunachal Pradesh State is approximately 2,70,577.
- Out of the total, around 2,00,210 households are located in rural areas.
- Approximately 70,367 households are situated in urban areas.
The following table presents a simple breakdown of household counts in rural, urban, and total categories.
| Particulars | Households |
|---|---|
| Rural Households | 2,00,210 |
| Urban Households | 70,367 |
| Total Households | 2,70,577 |