East Kameng
East Kameng is a district in the Arunachal Pradesh State of India. The total area of East Kameng district is 4,134 km². There are about 356 villages in East Kameng district.
For administrative convenience, East Kameng 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 13 circles in East Kameng district. Here is the list of all East Kameng Circles / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Circles in East Kameng District
| # | Circle (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bameng | 207 | 5,549 |
| 2 | Chayangtajo | 197 | 6,937 |
| 3 | Dissing Passo | 162 | 1,561 |
| 4 | Gyawe Purang | 166 | 2,469 |
| 5 | Khenewa | 153 | 4,230 |
| 6 | Lada | 394 | 3,189 |
| 7 | Pakke Kessang | 317 | 3,609 |
| 8 | Pipu Dipu | 173 | 3,852 |
| 9 | Pizirang | 222 | 6,230 |
| 10 | Richukrong | 159 | 3,636 |
| 11 | Sawa | 912 | 4,256 |
| 12 | Seijosa | 559 | 3,958 |
| 13 | Seppa | 513 | 29,214 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Sawa is the largest circle in east kameng district, covering an area of 911.64 km², while Khenewa is the smallest circle in the district, with an area of 153.24 km². Seppa is the most populous, whereas Dissing-Passo is the least populous circle in east kameng district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Sawa | Seppa |
| Smallest Tehsil | Khenewa | Khenewa |
Population of East Kameng District
The population of East Kameng 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 East Kameng, 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 | 78,690 | 60,340 | 18,350 |
| Total Male Population | 38,775 | 29,506 | 9,269 |
| Total Female Population | 39,915 | 30,834 | 9,081 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 14,626 | 11,238 | 3,388 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 7,311 | 5,604 | 1,707 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 7,315 | 5,634 | 1,681 |
| Literate Population | 38,449 | 26,914 | 11,535 |
| Literate Male Population | 21,599 | 15,103 | 6,496 |
| Literate Female Population | 16,850 | 11,811 | 5,039 |
| Illiterate Population | 40,241 | 33,426 | 6,815 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 17,176 | 14,403 | 2,773 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 23,065 | 19,023 | 4,042 |
| Households | 14,508 | 10,898 | 3,610 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of East Kameng district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of East Kameng district is 78,690, including 38,775 males and 39,915 females. In rural areas, it is 60,340, including 29,506 males and 30,834 females. In urban areas, it is 18,350, including 9,269 males and 9,081 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in East Kameng district is 14,626, including 7,311 boys and 7,315 girls. In rural areas, it is 11,238, including 5,604 boys and 5,634 girls. In urban areas, it is 3,388, including 1,707 boys and 1,681 girls.
- Literate population in East Kameng district is around 38,449, including 21,599 males and 16,850 females. In rural areas, it is 26,914, including 15,103 males and 11,811 females. In urban areas, it is 11,535, including 6,496 males and 5,039 females.
- Illiterate population in East Kameng district is about 40,241, including 17,176 males and 23,065 females. In rural areas, it is 33,426, including 14,403 males and 19,023 females. In urban areas, it is 6,815, including 2,773 males and 4,042 females.
- There are about 14,508 households in East Kameng district, including 10,898 in rural areas and 3,610 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within East Kameng. 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 | 72,400 | 57,797 | 14,603 |
| ST Male Population | 35,266 | 28,146 | 7,120 |
| ST Female Population | 37,134 | 29,651 | 7,483 |
| Population Density | 19 / km² | N/A | N/A |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of East Kameng district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in East Kameng district is about 72,400, including 35,266 males and 37,134 females. In rural areas, it is 57,797, including 28,146 males and 29,651 females. In urban areas, it is 14,603, including 7,120 males and 7,483 females.
- Overall population density of East Kameng district is around 19 people per km².