Kurung Kumey
Kurung Kumey is a district in the Arunachal Pradesh State of India. The total area of Kurung Kumey district is 6,040 km². There are about 700 villages in Kurung Kumey district.
For administrative convenience, Kurung Kumey 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 14 circles in Kurung Kumey district. Here is the list of all Kurung Kumey Circles / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Circles in Kurung Kumey District
| # | Circle (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chambang | 167 | 5,347 |
| 2 | Damin | 1,381 | 5,755 |
| 3 | Gangte | 64 | 5,369 |
| 4 | Koloriang | 347 | 7,427 |
| 5 | Longding Koling | 870 | 6,788 |
| 6 | Nyapin | 275 | 6,651 |
| 7 | Palin | 281 | 9,896 |
| 8 | Parsi Parlo | 379 | 9,152 |
| 9 | Phassang | 270 | 2,435 |
| 10 | Sangram | 205 | 10,832 |
| 11 | Sarli | 1,173 | 3,120 |
| 12 | Tali | 415 | 8,993 |
| 13 | Tarak Lengdi | 60 | 3,401 |
| 14 | Yangte | 152 | 6,910 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Damin is the largest circle in kurung kumey district, covering an area of 1381.32 km², while Tarak-Lengdi is the smallest circle in the district, with an area of 59.82 km². Sangram is the most populous, whereas Phassang is the least populous circle in kurung kumey district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Damin | Sangram |
| Smallest Tehsil | Tarak-Lengdi | Tarak-Lengdi |
Population of Kurung Kumey District
The population of Kurung Kumey 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 Kurung Kumey, 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 | 92,076 | 89,731 | 2,345 |
| Total Male Population | 45,318 | 44,072 | 1,246 |
| Total Female Population | 46,758 | 45,659 | 1,099 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 16,988 | 16,525 | 463 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 8,568 | 8,324 | 244 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 8,420 | 8,201 | 219 |
| Literate Population | 36,606 | 35,299 | 1,307 |
| Literate Male Population | 20,258 | 19,486 | 772 |
| Literate Female Population | 16,348 | 15,813 | 535 |
| Illiterate Population | 55,470 | 54,432 | 1,038 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 25,060 | 24,586 | 474 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 30,410 | 29,846 | 564 |
| Households | 15,037 | 14,574 | 463 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Kurung Kumey district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Kurung Kumey district is 92,076, including 45,318 males and 46,758 females. In rural areas, it is 89,731, including 44,072 males and 45,659 females. In urban areas, it is 2,345, including 1,246 males and 1,099 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Kurung Kumey district is 16,988, including 8,568 boys and 8,420 girls. In rural areas, it is 16,525, including 8,324 boys and 8,201 girls. In urban areas, it is 463, including 244 boys and 219 girls.
- Literate population in Kurung Kumey district is around 36,606, including 20,258 males and 16,348 females. In rural areas, it is 35,299, including 19,486 males and 15,813 females. In urban areas, it is 1,307, including 772 males and 535 females.
- Illiterate population in Kurung Kumey district is about 55,470, including 25,060 males and 30,410 females. In rural areas, it is 54,432, including 24,586 males and 29,846 females. In urban areas, it is 1,038, including 474 males and 564 females.
- There are about 15,037 households in Kurung Kumey district, including 14,574 in rural areas and 463 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Kurung Kumey. 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 | 90,764 | 88,658 | 2,106 |
| ST Male Population | 44,459 | 43,406 | 1,053 |
| ST Female Population | 46,305 | 45,252 | 1,053 |
| Population Density | 15 / km² | N/A | N/A |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Kurung Kumey district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Kurung Kumey district is about 90,764, including 44,459 males and 46,305 females. In rural areas, it is 88,658, including 43,406 males and 45,252 females. In urban areas, it is 2,106, including 1,053 males and 1,053 females.
- Overall population density of Kurung Kumey district is around 15 people per km².