Anjaw
Anjaw is a district in the Arunachal Pradesh State of India. The total area of Anjaw district is 6,190 km². There are about 278 villages in Anjaw district.
For administrative convenience, Anjaw district is divided into Tehsils, Blocks, PS, and Community Development Blocks (C.D. Blocks). In many states, Blocks or C.D. Blocks are treated the same as tehsils, though they may have slightly different roles depending on the region.
A Community Development Block is a rural area set aside for administration and development. Each block is managed by a Block Development Officer (BDO) and includes several gram panchayats, which are the local governing bodies at the village level.
There are 8 circles in Anjaw district. Here is the list of all Anjaw Circles / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Circles in Anjaw District
# | Circle (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
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1 | Chaglagam | 696 | 1,070 |
2 | Goiliang | 603 | 1,681 |
3 | Hawai | 1,731 | 5,009 |
4 | Hayuliang | 629 | 5,772 |
5 | Kibithoo | 608 | 1,455 |
6 | Manchal | 516 | 3,371 |
7 | Metengliang | 290 | 1,608 |
8 | Walong | 1,117 | 1,201 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Hawai is the largest circle in anjaw district, covering an area of 1730.86 km², while Metengliang is the smallest circle in the district, with an area of 289.86 km². Hayuliang is the most populous, whereas Chaglagam is the least populous circle in anjaw district.
Particulars | Area | Population |
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Lartest Tehsil | Hawai | Hayuliang |
Smallest Tehsil | Metengliang | Metengliang |
Population of Anjaw District
The population of Anjaw offers a clear picture of how people are spread across its villages and towns. In the sections below, you’ll find details about total population, gender-wise distribution, child population, literacy rates, social groups like SC and ST, household count, and population density. Together, this information helps understand the structure and diversity of the district.
Basic Population Details
This section covers important demographic figures of Anjaw, including the number of males and females, children aged 0–6, total households, and literacy status in rural and urban areas. These indicators highlight the human development status and help identify gaps in basic services like education and housing.
Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
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Total Population | 21,167 | 20,185 | 982 |
Total Male Population | 11,507 | 10,882 | 625 |
Total Female Population | 9,660 | 9,303 | 357 |
Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,472 | 3,389 | 83 |
Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,744 | 1,705 | 39 |
Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,728 | 1,684 | 44 |
Literate Population | 9,990 | 9,268 | 722 |
Literate Male Population | 6,523 | 6,073 | 450 |
Literate Female Population | 3,467 | 3,195 | 272 |
Illiterate Population | 11,177 | 10,917 | 260 |
Illiterate Male Population | 4,984 | 4,809 | 175 |
Illiterate Female Population | 6,193 | 6,108 | 85 |
Households | 4,612 | 4,425 | 187 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Anjaw district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Anjaw district is 21,167, including 11,507 males and 9,660 females. In rural areas, it is 20,185, including 10,882 males and 9,303 females. In urban areas, it is 982, including 625 males and 357 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Anjaw district is 3,472, including 1,744 boys and 1,728 girls. In rural areas, it is 3,389, including 1,705 boys and 1,684 girls. In urban areas, it is 83, including 39 boys and 44 girls.
- Literate population in Anjaw district is around 9,990, including 6,523 males and 3,467 females. In rural areas, it is 9,268, including 6,073 males and 3,195 females. In urban areas, it is 722, including 450 males and 272 females.
- Illiterate population in Anjaw district is about 11,177, including 4,984 males and 6,193 females. In rural areas, it is 10,917, including 4,809 males and 6,108 females. In urban areas, it is 260, including 175 males and 85 females.
- There are about 4,612 households in Anjaw district, including 4,425 in rural areas and 187 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Anjaw. It also includes data on how densely people live in rural versus urban areas. Together, these figures offer insights into community spread and the pressure on local infrastructure and services.
Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
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Total SC Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
SC Male Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
SC Female Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Total ST Population | 16,451 | 16,009 | 442 |
ST Male Population | 8,208 | 8,001 | 207 |
ST Female Population | 8,243 | 8,008 | 235 |
Population Density | 3 / km² | N/A | N/A |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Anjaw district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Anjaw district is about 16,451, including 8,208 males and 8,243 females. In rural areas, it is 16,009, including 8,001 males and 8,008 females. In urban areas, it is 442, including 207 males and 235 females.
- Overall population density of Anjaw district is around 3 people per km².