Tirap
Tirap is a district in the Arunachal Pradesh State of India. The total area of Tirap district is 2,362 km². There are about 189 villages in Tirap district.
For administrative convenience, Tirap 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 11 circles in Tirap district. Here is the list of all Tirap Circles / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Circles in Tirap District
| # | Circle (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dadam | 54 | 5,074 |
| 2 | Kanubari | 137 | 7,152 |
| 3 | Khonsa | 545 | 26,295 |
| 4 | Laju | 273 | 9,113 |
| 5 | Lawnu | 127 | 4,946 |
| 6 | Longding | 233 | 16,897 |
| 7 | Namsang | 311 | 11,458 |
| 8 | Pangchao | 210 | 11,808 |
| 9 | Pumao | 129 | 4,934 |
| 10 | Soha | 99 | 3,082 |
| 11 | Wakka | 244 | 11,216 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Khonsa is the largest circle in tirap district by both area and population. Dadam is the smallest circle in tirap district by area, while Soha is the smallest by population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Khonsa | Khonsa |
| Smallest Tehsil | Dadam | Dadam |
Population of Tirap District
The population of Tirap 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 Tirap, 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 | 1,11,975 | 91,165 | 20,810 |
| Total Male Population | 57,604 | 46,185 | 11,419 |
| Total Female Population | 54,371 | 44,980 | 9,391 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 20,045 | 17,398 | 2,647 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 10,223 | 8,845 | 1,378 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 9,822 | 8,553 | 1,269 |
| Literate Population | 47,974 | 33,299 | 14,675 |
| Literate Male Population | 29,313 | 20,628 | 8,685 |
| Literate Female Population | 18,661 | 12,671 | 5,990 |
| Illiterate Population | 64,001 | 57,866 | 6,135 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 28,291 | 25,557 | 2,734 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 35,710 | 32,309 | 3,401 |
| Households | 20,611 | 15,978 | 4,633 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Tirap district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Tirap district is 1,11,975, including 57,604 males and 54,371 females. In rural areas, it is 91,165, including 46,185 males and 44,980 females. In urban areas, it is 20,810, including 11,419 males and 9,391 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Tirap district is 20,045, including 10,223 boys and 9,822 girls. In rural areas, it is 17,398, including 8,845 boys and 8,553 girls. In urban areas, it is 2,647, including 1,378 boys and 1,269 girls.
- Literate population in Tirap district is around 47,974, including 29,313 males and 18,661 females. In rural areas, it is 33,299, including 20,628 males and 12,671 females. In urban areas, it is 14,675, including 8,685 males and 5,990 females.
- Illiterate population in Tirap district is about 64,001, including 28,291 males and 35,710 females. In rural areas, it is 57,866, including 25,557 males and 32,309 females. In urban areas, it is 6,135, including 2,734 males and 3,401 females.
- There are about 20,611 households in Tirap district, including 15,978 in rural areas and 4,633 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Tirap. 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 | 98,372 | 87,509 | 10,863 |
| ST Male Population | 49,365 | 44,101 | 5,264 |
| ST Female Population | 49,007 | 43,408 | 5,599 |
| Population Density | 47 / km² | N/A | N/A |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Tirap district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Tirap district is about 98,372, including 49,365 males and 49,007 females. In rural areas, it is 87,509, including 44,101 males and 43,408 females. In urban areas, it is 10,863, including 5,264 males and 5,599 females.
- Overall population density of Tirap district is around 47 people per km².