Lower Subansiri
Lower Subansiri is a district in the Arunachal Pradesh State of India. The total area of Lower Subansiri district is 3,508 km². There are about 536 villages in Lower Subansiri district.
For administrative convenience, Lower Subansiri 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 8 circles in Lower Subansiri district. Here is the list of all Lower Subansiri Circles / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Circles in Lower Subansiri District
| # | Circle (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dollungmukh | 441 | 2,944 |
| 2 | Kamporijo | 959 | 6,951 |
| 3 | Old Ziro | 177 | 19,605 |
| 4 | Pistana | 364 | 7,170 |
| 5 | Raga | 251 | 5,384 |
| 6 | Yachuli | 567 | 8,566 |
| 7 | Yazali | 453 | 9,663 |
| 8 | Ziro | 297 | 22,747 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Kamporijo is the largest circle in lower subansiri district, covering an area of 958.51 km², while Old Ziro is the smallest circle in the district, with an area of 176.89 km². Ziro (Sadar) is the most populous, whereas Dollungmukh is the least populous circle in lower subansiri district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Kamporijo | Ziro (Sadar) |
| Smallest Tehsil | Old Ziro | Old Ziro |
Population of Lower Subansiri District
The population of Lower Subansiri 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 Lower Subansiri, 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 | 83,030 | 70,224 | 12,806 |
| Total Male Population | 41,843 | 35,460 | 6,383 |
| Total Female Population | 41,187 | 34,764 | 6,423 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 10,320 | 8,890 | 1,430 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,248 | 4,537 | 711 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,072 | 4,353 | 719 |
| Literate Population | 54,057 | 44,328 | 9,729 |
| Literate Male Population | 29,470 | 24,376 | 5,094 |
| Literate Female Population | 24,587 | 19,952 | 4,635 |
| Illiterate Population | 28,973 | 25,896 | 3,077 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 12,373 | 11,084 | 1,289 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 16,600 | 14,812 | 1,788 |
| Households | 15,249 | 12,245 | 3,004 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Lower Subansiri district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Lower Subansiri district is 83,030, including 41,843 males and 41,187 females. In rural areas, it is 70,224, including 35,460 males and 34,764 females. In urban areas, it is 12,806, including 6,383 males and 6,423 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Lower Subansiri district is 10,320, including 5,248 boys and 5,072 girls. In rural areas, it is 8,890, including 4,537 boys and 4,353 girls. In urban areas, it is 1,430, including 711 boys and 719 girls.
- Literate population in Lower Subansiri district is around 54,057, including 29,470 males and 24,587 females. In rural areas, it is 44,328, including 24,376 males and 19,952 females. In urban areas, it is 9,729, including 5,094 males and 4,635 females.
- Illiterate population in Lower Subansiri district is about 28,973, including 12,373 males and 16,600 females. In rural areas, it is 25,896, including 11,084 males and 14,812 females. In urban areas, it is 3,077, including 1,289 males and 1,788 females.
- There are about 15,249 households in Lower Subansiri district, including 12,245 in rural areas and 3,004 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Lower Subansiri. 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 | 72,911 | 64,374 | 8,537 |
| ST Male Population | 35,803 | 31,912 | 3,891 |
| ST Female Population | 37,108 | 32,462 | 4,646 |
| Population Density | 24 / km² | N/A | N/A |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Lower Subansiri district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Lower Subansiri district is about 72,911, including 35,803 males and 37,108 females. In rural areas, it is 64,374, including 31,912 males and 32,462 females. In urban areas, it is 8,537, including 3,891 males and 4,646 females.
- Overall population density of Lower Subansiri district is around 24 people per km².