Tawang
Tawang is a district in the Arunachal Pradesh State of India. The total area of Tawang district is 2,172 km². There are about 218 villages in Tawang district.
For administrative convenience, Tawang 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 10 circles in Tawang district. Here is the list of all Tawang Circles / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Circles in Tawang District
| # | Circle (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bongkhar | 61 | 1,256 |
| 2 | DUDUNGHAR | 78 | 2,833 |
| 3 | Jang | 191 | 5,480 |
| 4 | KITPI CIRCLE | 26 | 2,935 |
| 5 | Lhou | 79 | 4,029 |
| 6 | LUMLA | 80 | 6,172 |
| 7 | MUKTO CIRCLE | 104 | 3,655 |
| 8 | TAWANG CIRCLE | 159 | 19,099 |
| 9 | Thingbu | 871 | 1,592 |
| 10 | Zemithang | 523 | 2,926 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Thingbu is the largest circle in tawang district, covering an area of 871.13 km², while KITPI CIRCLE is the smallest circle in the district, with an area of 26.22 km². TAWANG CIRCLE is the most populous, whereas Bongkhar is the least populous circle in tawang district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Thingbu | TAWANG CIRCLE |
| Smallest Tehsil | KITPI CIRCLE | KITPI CIRCLE |
Population of Tawang District
The population of Tawang 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 Tawang, 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 | 49,977 | 38,775 | 11,202 |
| Total Male Population | 29,151 | 20,792 | 8,359 |
| Total Female Population | 20,826 | 17,983 | 2,843 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,788 | 5,099 | 689 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,914 | 2,568 | 346 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,874 | 2,531 | 343 |
| Literate Population | 26,073 | 16,519 | 9,554 |
| Literate Male Population | 17,720 | 10,035 | 7,685 |
| Literate Female Population | 8,353 | 6,484 | 1,869 |
| Illiterate Population | 23,904 | 22,256 | 1,648 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 11,431 | 10,757 | 674 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 12,473 | 11,499 | 974 |
| Households | 10,062 | 8,377 | 1,685 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Tawang district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Tawang district is 49,977, including 29,151 males and 20,826 females. In rural areas, it is 38,775, including 20,792 males and 17,983 females. In urban areas, it is 11,202, including 8,359 males and 2,843 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Tawang district is 5,788, including 2,914 boys and 2,874 girls. In rural areas, it is 5,099, including 2,568 boys and 2,531 girls. In urban areas, it is 689, including 346 boys and 343 girls.
- Literate population in Tawang district is around 26,073, including 17,720 males and 8,353 females. In rural areas, it is 16,519, including 10,035 males and 6,484 females. In urban areas, it is 9,554, including 7,685 males and 1,869 females.
- Illiterate population in Tawang district is about 23,904, including 11,431 males and 12,473 females. In rural areas, it is 22,256, including 10,757 males and 11,499 females. In urban areas, it is 1,648, including 674 males and 974 females.
- There are about 10,062 households in Tawang district, including 8,377 in rural areas and 1,685 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Tawang. 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 | 34,811 | 31,105 | 3,706 |
| ST Male Population | 16,770 | 15,024 | 1,746 |
| ST Female Population | 18,041 | 16,081 | 1,960 |
| Population Density | 23 / km² | N/A | N/A |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Tawang district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Tawang district is about 34,811, including 16,770 males and 18,041 females. In rural areas, it is 31,105, including 15,024 males and 16,081 females. In urban areas, it is 3,706, including 1,746 males and 1,960 females.
- Overall population density of Tawang district is around 23 people per km².