Nafra
Nafra is a Town and Circle in West Kameng 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 Nafra Block (CD) is 01568. The total area of Nafra Circle is 1,509 km². Nafra has a sex ratio of approximately 939 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Nafra Circle
Nafra Circle has a total of 34 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 Nafra Circle, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bulu | Mathow | Bomdila (110 km) |
| 2 | Challan | N/A | Bomdila (121 km) |
| 3 | Chillang | Mathow | Bomdila (87 km) |
| 4 | Dibbin | Dibbin | Bomdila (79 km) |
| 5 | Dibirick | Dibrick | Bomdila (86 km) |
| 6 | Dillung | Dibrick | Bomdila (92 km) |
| 7 | Dingchang | Khoina | Bomdila (66 km) |
| 8 | Dishing | N/A | Bomdila (97 km) |
| 9 | Ditchik | Ditchik | Bomdila (68 km) |
| 10 | Duthang | N/A | Bomdila (42 km) |
| 11 | Janaching | Janaching | Bomdila (106 km) |
| 12 | Jerigaon | Jerigaon | Bomdila (40 km) |
| 13 | Kaborang | N/A | Bomdila (72 km) |
| 14 | Khazalang | Khazalang | Bomdila (81 km) |
| 15 | Khellong | Mandalaphudung | Bomdila (65 km) |
| 16 | Khoina | Khoina | Bomdila (51 km) |
| 17 | Lapusa | Khazalang | Bomdila (75 km) |
| 18 | Longtin | N/A | Bomdila (54 km) |
| 19 | Mathow | Mathow | Bomdila (95 km) |
| 20 | Nachibon | Nachibon | Bomdila (66 km) |
| 21 | Nachilang | N/A | Bomdila (51 km) |
| 22 | Nafra H Q | Nafra East | Bomdila (56 km) |
| 23 | Najang | Dibrick | Bomdila (78 km) |
| 24 | Najangpong | N/A | Bomdila (80 km) |
| 25 | Nakhu | Nakhu | Bomdila (68 km) |
| 26 | Nijung | Khazalang | Bomdila (71 km) |
| 27 | Rurang | Rurang | Bomdila (48 km) |
| 28 | Sabang | N/A | Bomdila (121 km) |
| 29 | Saidle | Khoina | Bomdila (44 km) |
| 30 | Sanchipam | Nakhu | Bomdila (68 km) |
| 31 | Silimathung | N/A | Nafra |
| 32 | Upper Dzang | Upper Dzong | Bomdila (60 km) |
| 33 | West Sachung | N/A | Bomdila (121 km) |
| 34 | Wothung | N/A | Bomdila (88 km) |
Population of Nafra Circle
The population profile of Nafra 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 Nafra 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 | 7,403 | 7,403 | N/A |
| Male Population | 3,817 | 3,817 | N/A |
| Female Population | 3,586 | 3,586 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,486 | 1,486 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 759 | 759 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 727 | 727 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,022 | 3,022 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 1,719 | 1,719 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 1,303 | 1,303 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 4,381 | 4,381 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,098 | 2,098 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,283 | 2,283 | N/A |
| Total Households | 1,394 | 1,394 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 7,403 people. Includes nearly 3,817 males and 3,586 females. Rural population is about 7,403 people.
- There are around 1,486 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 759 boys and 727 girls.
- Literate population is about 3,022 people. Non-literate population is around 4,381 people.
- There are nearly 1,394 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Nafra 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 | 6,552 | 6,552 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 3,305 | 3,305 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 3,247 | 3,247 | N/A |
| Population Density | 5 / km² | 5 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Nafra Circle is about 6,552 people, including 3,305 males and 3,247 females. Around 6,552 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 5 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 5 people per sq. km.