Dibang Valley
Dibang Valley is a district in the Arunachal Pradesh State of India. The total area of Dibang Valley district is 9,129 km². There are about 134 villages in Dibang Valley district.
For administrative convenience, Dibang Valley 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 5 circles in Dibang Valley district. Here is the list of all Dibang Valley Circles / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Circles in Dibang Valley District
| # | Circle (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anelih | 657 | 563 |
| 2 | Anini | 1,850 | 4,489 |
| 3 | Etalin | 3,921 | 1,329 |
| 4 | Kronli | 597 | 1,031 |
| 5 | Mipi | 2,104 | 592 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Etalin ^^ is the largest circle in dibang valley district, covering an area of 3921.33 km², while Kronli (Arzoo circle) is the smallest circle in the district, with an area of 596.78 km². Anini is the most populous, whereas Anelih is the least populous circle in dibang valley district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Etalin ^^ | Anini |
| Smallest Tehsil | Kronli (Arzoo circle) | Kronli (Arzoo circle) |
Population of Dibang Valley District
The population of Dibang Valley 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 Dibang Valley, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,004 | 5,620 | 2,384 |
| Total Male Population | 4,414 | 3,098 | 1,316 |
| Total Female Population | 3,590 | 2,522 | 1,068 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,084 | 775 | 309 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 574 | 409 | 165 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 510 | 366 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 4,436 | 2,692 | 1,744 |
| Literate Male Population | 2,614 | 1,587 | 1,027 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,822 | 1,105 | 717 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,568 | 2,928 | 640 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,800 | 1,511 | 289 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,768 | 1,417 | 351 |
| Households | 1,952 | 1,331 | 621 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Dibang Valley district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Dibang Valley district is 8,004, including 4,414 males and 3,590 females. In rural areas, it is 5,620, including 3,098 males and 2,522 females. In urban areas, it is 2,384, including 1,316 males and 1,068 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Dibang Valley district is 1,084, including 574 boys and 510 girls. In rural areas, it is 775, including 409 boys and 366 girls. In urban areas, it is 309, including 165 boys and 144 girls.
- Literate population in Dibang Valley district is around 4,436, including 2,614 males and 1,822 females. In rural areas, it is 2,692, including 1,587 males and 1,105 females. In urban areas, it is 1,744, including 1,027 males and 717 females.
- Illiterate population in Dibang Valley district is about 3,568, including 1,800 males and 1,768 females. In rural areas, it is 2,928, including 1,511 males and 1,417 females. In urban areas, it is 640, including 289 males and 351 females.
- There are about 1,952 households in Dibang Valley district, including 1,331 in rural areas and 621 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Dibang Valley. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 5,701 | 4,480 | 1,221 |
| ST Male Population | 2,850 | 2,285 | 565 |
| ST Female Population | 2,851 | 2,195 | 656 |
| Population Density | 1 / km² | N/A | N/A |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Dibang Valley district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Dibang Valley district is about 5,701, including 2,850 males and 2,851 females. In rural areas, it is 4,480, including 2,285 males and 2,195 females. In urban areas, it is 1,221, including 565 males and 656 females.
- Overall population density of Dibang Valley district is around 1 people per km².