East Siang
East Siang is a district in the Arunachal Pradesh State of India. The total area of East Siang district is 3,603 km². There are about 150 villages in East Siang district.
For administrative convenience, East Siang 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 15 circles in East Siang district. Here is the list of all East Siang Circles / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Circles in East Siang District
| # | Circle (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bilat | 278 | 4,734 |
| 2 | Boleng | 489 | 5,776 |
| 3 | Kebang | 431 | 1,629 |
| 4 | Kora | 195 | 884 |
| 5 | Koyu | 90 | 2,005 |
| 6 | Mebo | 572 | 7,015 |
| 7 | Namsing | 257 | 7,459 |
| 8 | Nari | 116 | 4,989 |
| 9 | New Seren | 143 | 3,048 |
| 10 | Pangin | 177 | 3,411 |
| 11 | Pasighat | 305 | 36,354 |
| 12 | Rebo Perging | 140 | 2,363 |
| 13 | Riga | 158 | 4,153 |
| 14 | Ruksin | 106 | 5,679 |
| 15 | Sille Oyan | 147 | 9,715 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Mebo is the largest circle in east siang district, covering an area of 571.71 km², while Koyu is the smallest circle in the district, with an area of 89.88 km². Pasighat is the most populous, whereas Kora is the least populous circle in east siang district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Mebo | Pasighat |
| Smallest Tehsil | Koyu | Koyu |
Population of East Siang District
The population of East Siang 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 Siang, 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 | 99,214 | 71,579 | 27,635 |
| Total Male Population | 50,116 | 36,147 | 13,969 |
| Total Female Population | 49,098 | 35,432 | 13,666 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 12,955 | 9,694 | 3,261 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6,517 | 4,836 | 1,681 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6,438 | 4,858 | 1,580 |
| Literate Population | 62,576 | 43,064 | 19,512 |
| Literate Male Population | 34,210 | 23,694 | 10,516 |
| Literate Female Population | 28,366 | 19,370 | 8,996 |
| Illiterate Population | 36,638 | 28,515 | 8,123 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 15,906 | 12,453 | 3,453 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 20,732 | 16,062 | 4,670 |
| Households | 19,107 | 12,918 | 6,189 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of East Siang district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of East Siang district is 99,214, including 50,116 males and 49,098 females. In rural areas, it is 71,579, including 36,147 males and 35,432 females. In urban areas, it is 27,635, including 13,969 males and 13,666 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in East Siang district is 12,955, including 6,517 boys and 6,438 girls. In rural areas, it is 9,694, including 4,836 boys and 4,858 girls. In urban areas, it is 3,261, including 1,681 boys and 1,580 girls.
- Literate population in East Siang district is around 62,576, including 34,210 males and 28,366 females. In rural areas, it is 43,064, including 23,694 males and 19,370 females. In urban areas, it is 19,512, including 10,516 males and 8,996 females.
- Illiterate population in East Siang district is about 36,638, including 15,906 males and 20,732 females. In rural areas, it is 28,515, including 12,453 males and 16,062 females. In urban areas, it is 8,123, including 3,453 males and 4,670 females.
- There are about 19,107 households in East Siang district, including 12,918 in rural areas and 6,189 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within East Siang. 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 | 69,979 | 57,744 | 12,235 |
| ST Male Population | 34,533 | 28,785 | 5,748 |
| ST Female Population | 35,446 | 28,959 | 6,487 |
| Population Density | 28 / km² | N/A | N/A |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of East Siang district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in East Siang district is about 69,979, including 34,533 males and 35,446 females. In rural areas, it is 57,744, including 28,785 males and 28,959 females. In urban areas, it is 12,235, including 5,748 males and 6,487 females.
- Overall population density of East Siang district is around 28 people per km².