Rupa
Rupa 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 Rupa Block (CD) is 01572. The total area of Rupa Circle is 334 km². Rupa has a sex ratio of approximately 892 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Rupa Circle
Rupa Circle has a total of 21 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 Rupa Circle, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aktam Thungre | N/A | Rupa (10 km) |
| 2 | Boock | N/A | Rupa (6 km) |
| 3 | Brokpublang | N/A | Rupa (5 km) |
| 4 | Chhikrimu | N/A | Rupa (5 km) |
| 5 | Chillipam | N/A | Rupa (15 km) |
| 6 | Dakahng | N/A | Rupa (7 km) |
| 7 | Dikshipam | N/A | Rupa (17 km) |
| 8 | Dringshingpam | N/A | Rupa (12 km) |
| 9 | Dukumpani | N/A | Rupa (12 km) |
| 10 | Durga Mandir | N/A | Rupa (15 km) |
| 11 | Gachambow | N/A | Rupa (7 km) |
| 12 | Garbow | N/A | Rupa (12 km) |
| 13 | Jungpam | N/A | Rupa (7 km) |
| 14 | Khangpam | N/A | Rupa (12 km) |
| 15 | Lumbaktang | Lumbaktang | Rupa (25 km) |
| 16 | Membachur | Mukuthing | Rupa (25 km) |
| 17 | Mukuthing | Mukuthing | Rupa (18 km) |
| 18 | Rupa | N/A | Rupa |
| 19 | Thungri | Thungri | Rupa (10 km) |
| 20 | Zekmasu Thekan | N/A | Rupa (5 km) |
| 21 | Zomoje | N/A | Rupa (1 km) |
Population of Rupa Circle
The population profile of Rupa 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 Rupa 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 | 6,749 | 2,937 | 3,812 |
| Male Population | 3,567 | 1,521 | 2,046 |
| Female Population | 3,182 | 1,416 | 1,766 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 836 | 404 | 432 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 423 | 195 | 228 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 413 | 209 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 4,200 | 1,501 | 2,699 |
| Literate Male Population | 2,385 | 837 | 1,548 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,815 | 664 | 1,151 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,549 | 1,436 | 1,113 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,182 | 684 | 498 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,367 | 752 | 615 |
| Total Households | 1,615 | 680 | 935 |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population of Rupa Circle is around 6,749 people. This includes 3,567 males and 3,182 females. Rural population is about 2,937 (1,521 males and 1,416 females), while urban population is nearly 3,812 (2,046 males and 1,766 females).
- Children aged 0–6 years make up about 836 of the population, with 423 boys and 413 girls. Rural areas have 404 children, and urban areas have about 432 children in this age group.
- There are approximately 4,200 literate people in Rupa Circle, including 2,385 literate males and 1,815 literate females. Literacy in rural areas includes 1,501 individuals and urban literacy covers around 2,699 people.
- About 2,549 people in Rupa Circle are not literate, including 1,182 males and 1,367 females. Rural areas include 1,436 non-literate people, while urban areas have nearly 1,113 individuals.
- The tehsil has around 1,615 households, with 680 in villages and 935 in towns.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Rupa 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 | 2,430 | 1,129 | 1,301 |
| ST Male Population | 1,203 | 543 | 660 |
| ST Female Population | 1,227 | 586 | 641 |
| Population Density | 20 / km² | N/A | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Rupa Circle is about 2,430 people, including 1,203 males and 1,227 females. Around 1,129 live in villages or rural parts. Nearly 1,301 live in towns or urban regions.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 20 people per square kilometre.