Namsai
Namsai is a Town and Circle in Lohit District of Arunachal Pradesh. In India, a circle is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Namsai Block (CD) is 01732. The total area of Namsai Circle is 145 km². Namsai has a sex ratio of approximately 908 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Namsai Circle
Namsai Circle has a total of 33 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Namsai Circle, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2nd Mile | 2nd Mile | Namsai |
| 2 | 6th Mile Camp | N/A | Namsai (15 km) |
| 3 | Bhogamur | Bhogamur | Namsai (12 km) |
| 4 | Deobeel | Deobeel I | Namsai |
| 5 | Dhonekhona | N/A | Namsai (9 km) |
| 6 | Enten | Enten | Namsai (7 km) |
| 7 | Enthem | N/A | Namsai (8 km) |
| 8 | Jaipur | Jaipur | Namsai (6 km) |
| 9 | Jengthu Camp | N/A | Namsai (4 km) |
| 10 | Kaba Village | Kaba | Namsai (4 km) |
| 11 | Kaisu | Kaisu | Namsai (6 km) |
| 12 | Kaisu L Camp | Kaisu | Namsai |
| 13 | Kasik | Kasik | Namsai (5 km) |
| 14 | Kosamfi | N/A | Namsai |
| 15 | Kungseng | N/A | Namsai |
| 16 | Kungsung | N/A | Namsai (2 km) |
| 17 | Kungyao | N/A | Namsai (7 km) |
| 18 | Manfaiseng | N/A | Namsai (14 km) |
| 19 | Manhofai | Manhofai | Namsai (11 km) |
| 20 | Manmow | Manmow | Namsai (5 km) |
| 21 | Manna Ii | N/A | Namsai (9 km) |
| 22 | Melangkung | Melangkung | Namsai (9 km) |
| 23 | Mengkenmiri | Mengkeng Miri | Namsai (16 km) |
| 24 | Nanam Khamti | Nanam Kamti | Namsai (8 km) |
| 25 | Nanam Khimiyang I | Nanam Khamiyang | Namsai (12 km) |
| 26 | Nanam Khimiyang Ii | N/A | Namsai (13 km) |
| 27 | Nanam Shyam | N/A | Namsai |
| 28 | New Jengthu | New Jengthu | Namsai (9 km) |
| 29 | Pathargaon | Pathergaon | Namsai (8 km) |
| 30 | Poruajan | N/A | Namsai |
| 31 | Samuguri | Samuguri | Namsai (3 km) |
| 32 | Sengsap | Sengsap | Namsai (8 km) |
| 33 | Vijaypur | N/A | Namsai (3 km) |
Population of Namsai Circle
The population profile of Namsai Circle offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Namsai Circle's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 26,865 | 12,619 | 14,246 |
| Male Population | 14,079 | 6,592 | 7,487 |
| Female Population | 12,786 | 6,027 | 6,759 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,530 | 2,432 | 2,098 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,293 | 1,225 | 1,068 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,237 | 1,207 | 1,030 |
| Literate Population | 16,013 | 6,707 | 9,306 |
| Literate Male Population | 9,214 | 3,944 | 5,270 |
| Literate Female Population | 6,799 | 2,763 | 4,036 |
| Illiterate Population | 10,852 | 5,912 | 4,940 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 4,865 | 2,648 | 2,217 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 5,987 | 3,264 | 2,723 |
| Total Households | 5,505 | 2,360 | 3,145 |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population of Namsai Circle is around 26,865 people. This includes 14,079 males and 12,786 females. Rural population is about 12,619 (6,592 males and 6,027 females), while urban population is nearly 14,246 (7,487 males and 6,759 females).
- Children aged 0–6 years make up about 4,530 of the population, with 2,293 boys and 2,237 girls. Rural areas have 2,432 children, and urban areas have about 2,098 children in this age group.
- There are approximately 16,013 literate people in Namsai Circle, including 9,214 literate males and 6,799 literate females. Literacy in rural areas includes 6,707 individuals and urban literacy covers around 9,306 people.
- About 10,852 people in Namsai Circle are not literate, including 4,865 males and 5,987 females. Rural areas include 5,912 non-literate people, while urban areas have nearly 4,940 individuals.
- The tehsil has around 5,505 households, with 2,360 in villages and 3,145 in towns.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Namsai Circle, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| 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 | 9,385 | 6,430 | 2,955 |
| ST Male Population | 4,773 | 3,297 | 1,476 |
| ST Female Population | 4,612 | 3,133 | 1,479 |
| Population Density | 185 / km² | N/A | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Namsai Circle is about 9,385 people, including 4,773 males and 4,612 females. Around 6,430 live in villages or rural parts. Nearly 2,955 live in towns or urban regions.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 185 people per square kilometre.