West Siang
West Siang is a district in the Arunachal Pradesh State of India. The total area of West Siang district is 8,325 km². There are about 444 villages in West Siang district.
For administrative convenience, West Siang 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 21 circles in West Siang district. Here is the list of all West Siang Circles / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Circles in West Siang District
| # | Circle (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aalo | 460 | 34,916 |
| 2 | Bagra | 161 | 3,737 |
| 3 | Basar | 346 | 12,224 |
| 4 | Darak | 412 | 1,303 |
| 5 | Daring | 412 | 2,266 |
| 6 | Gensi | 311 | 1,783 |
| 7 | Jomlo Mobuk | 140 | 3,996 |
| 8 | Kamba | 301 | 6,014 |
| 9 | Kangku | 505 | 2,500 |
| 10 | Kaying | 266 | 5,094 |
| 11 | Likabali | 341 | 6,076 |
| 12 | Liromoba | 286 | 4,235 |
| 13 | Mechuka | 745 | 5,091 |
| 14 | Monigong | 1,298 | 4,472 |
| 15 | Payum | 872 | 2,354 |
| 16 | Pidi | 309 | 1,036 |
| 17 | Rumgong | 246 | 3,144 |
| 18 | Sibe | 161 | 1,345 |
| 19 | Tato | 523 | 2,711 |
| 20 | Tirbin | 137 | 5,662 |
| 21 | Yomcha | 93 | 2,315 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Monigong is the largest circle in west siang district, covering an area of 1297.77 km², while Yomcha is the smallest circle in the district, with an area of 93.30 km². Aalo is the most populous, whereas Pidi is the least populous circle in west siang district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Monigong | Aalo |
| Smallest Tehsil | Yomcha | Yomcha |
Population of West Siang District
The population of West Siang 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 West Siang, 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 | 1,12,274 | 87,306 | 24,968 |
| Total Male Population | 58,168 | 44,687 | 13,481 |
| Total Female Population | 54,106 | 42,619 | 11,487 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 14,855 | 11,992 | 2,863 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 7,655 | 6,179 | 1,476 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 7,200 | 5,813 | 1,387 |
| Literate Population | 64,746 | 45,874 | 18,872 |
| Literate Male Population | 36,777 | 25,933 | 10,844 |
| Literate Female Population | 27,969 | 19,941 | 8,028 |
| Illiterate Population | 47,528 | 41,432 | 6,096 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 21,391 | 18,754 | 2,637 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 26,137 | 22,678 | 3,459 |
| Households | 21,231 | 15,771 | 5,460 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of West Siang district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of West Siang district is 1,12,274, including 58,168 males and 54,106 females. In rural areas, it is 87,306, including 44,687 males and 42,619 females. In urban areas, it is 24,968, including 13,481 males and 11,487 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in West Siang district is 14,855, including 7,655 boys and 7,200 girls. In rural areas, it is 11,992, including 6,179 boys and 5,813 girls. In urban areas, it is 2,863, including 1,476 boys and 1,387 girls.
- Literate population in West Siang district is around 64,746, including 36,777 males and 27,969 females. In rural areas, it is 45,874, including 25,933 males and 19,941 females. In urban areas, it is 18,872, including 10,844 males and 8,028 females.
- Illiterate population in West Siang district is about 47,528, including 21,391 males and 26,137 females. In rural areas, it is 41,432, including 18,754 males and 22,678 females. In urban areas, it is 6,096, including 2,637 males and 3,459 females.
- There are about 21,231 households in West Siang district, including 15,771 in rural areas and 5,460 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within West Siang. 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 | 92,783 | 78,260 | 14,523 |
| ST Male Population | 45,746 | 38,874 | 6,872 |
| ST Female Population | 47,037 | 39,386 | 7,651 |
| Population Density | 13 / km² | N/A | N/A |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of West Siang district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in West Siang district is about 92,783, including 45,746 males and 47,037 females. In rural areas, it is 78,260, including 38,874 males and 39,386 females. In urban areas, it is 14,523, including 6,872 males and 7,651 females.
- Overall population density of West Siang district is around 13 people per km².