Lhou
Lhou is a Town and Circle in Tawang 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 Lhou Block (CD) is 01562. The total area of Lhou Circle is 79 km². Lhou has a sex ratio of approximately 546 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Lhou Circle
Lhou Circle has a total of 25 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 Lhou Circle, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakhar Gompa | N/A | Tawang (32 km) |
| 2 | Brukpaleng | Lhoudung | Tawang (21 km) |
| 3 | Dungkhar | Lhoudung | Tawang (22 km) |
| 4 | Gemreteng | Jobrang | Tawang (28 km) |
| 5 | Grakhang | N/A | Tawang (22 km) |
| 6 | Grelleng | Lhoudung | Tawang (23 km) |
| 7 | Jangda | Jangda | Tawang (90 km) |
| 8 | Jobrang | Jobrang | Tawang (22 km) |
| 9 | Khalengche | Jobrang | Tawang (21 km) |
| 10 | Khamba | Ringyang | Tawang (21 km) |
| 11 | Kregyang | Jobrang | Tawang (22 km) |
| 12 | Lhoudung | Lhoudung | Tawang (22 km) |
| 13 | Lhoukhar | Ringyang | Tawang (21 km) |
| 14 | Lugudung | Jobrang | Tawang (21 km) |
| 15 | Lumkang | Jobrang | Tawang (22 km) |
| 16 | Menteng | Jobrang | Tawang (28 km) |
| 17 | Paigong | Paigon | Tawang (20 km) |
| 18 | Rengyang | Ringyang | Tawang (21 km) |
| 19 | Shakpaleng | Ringyang | Tawang (21 km) |
| 20 | Shyro | Shyaro | Tawang (30 km) |
| 21 | Singsore Ani Gompa | N/A | Tawang (29 km) |
| 22 | Surbu Tseretse | Lhoudung | Tawang (22 km) |
| 23 | Tepsotmey | Paigon | Tawang (20 km) |
| 24 | Tsewkhar Dhpd Colony | N/A | Tawang (22 km) |
| 25 | Yanla Gompa | Jobrang | Tawang (25 km) |
Population of Lhou Circle
The population profile of Lhou 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 Lhou 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 | 4,029 | 4,029 | N/A |
| Male Population | 2,606 | 2,606 | N/A |
| Female Population | 1,423 | 1,423 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 277 | 277 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 144 | 144 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 133 | 133 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,550 | 1,550 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 983 | 983 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 567 | 567 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 2,479 | 2,479 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,623 | 1,623 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 856 | 856 | N/A |
| Total Households | 733 | 733 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 4,029 people. Includes nearly 2,606 males and 1,423 females. Rural population is about 4,029 people.
- There are around 277 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 144 boys and 133 girls.
- Literate population is about 1,550 people. Non-literate population is around 2,479 people.
- There are nearly 733 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Lhou 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 | 2,376 | 2,376 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 1,149 | 1,149 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 1,227 | 1,227 | N/A |
| Population Density | 51 / km² | 51 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Lhou Circle is about 2,376 people, including 1,149 males and 1,227 females. Around 2,376 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 51 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 51 people per sq. km.