Dibrugarh
Dibrugarh is a district in the Assam State of India. The total area of Dibrugarh district is 3,381 km², which includes 3,335.52 km² of rural area and 45.48 km² of urban area. There are about 1,318 villages in Dibrugarh district.
For administrative convenience, Dibrugarh 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 7 subdivisions in Dibrugarh district. Here is the list of all Dibrugarh Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Dibrugarh District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chabua | 659 | 1,59,585 |
| 2 | Dibrugarh East | 378 | 2,70,230 |
| 3 | Dibrugarh West | 716 | 1,59,580 |
| 4 | Moran | 413 | 1,69,759 |
| 5 | Naharkatiya | 466 | 1,87,408 |
| 6 | Tengakhat | 357 | 2,20,478 |
| 7 | Tingkhong | 392 | 1,59,295 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Dibrugarh West is the largest subdivision in dibrugarh district, covering an area of 716.41 km², while Tengakhat is the smallest subdivision in the district, with an area of 356.60 km². Dibrugarh East is the most populous, whereas Tingkhong is the least populous subdivision in dibrugarh district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Dibrugarh West | Dibrugarh East |
| Smallest Tehsil | Tengakhat | Tengakhat |
Population of Dibrugarh District
The population of Dibrugarh 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 Dibrugarh, 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 | 13,26,335 | 10,82,605 | 2,43,730 |
| Total Male Population | 6,76,434 | 5,50,299 | 1,26,135 |
| Total Female Population | 6,49,901 | 5,32,306 | 1,17,595 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,63,210 | 1,40,283 | 22,927 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 83,168 | 71,296 | 11,872 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 80,042 | 68,987 | 11,055 |
| Literate Population | 8,84,531 | 6,85,573 | 1,98,958 |
| Literate Male Population | 4,91,361 | 3,85,122 | 1,06,239 |
| Literate Female Population | 3,93,170 | 3,00,451 | 92,719 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,41,804 | 3,97,032 | 44,772 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,85,073 | 1,65,177 | 19,896 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,56,731 | 2,31,855 | 24,876 |
| Households | 2,76,867 | 2,22,414 | 54,453 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Dibrugarh district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Dibrugarh district is 13,26,335, including 6,76,434 males and 6,49,901 females. In rural areas, it is 10,82,605, including 5,50,299 males and 5,32,306 females. In urban areas, it is 2,43,730, including 1,26,135 males and 1,17,595 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Dibrugarh district is 1,63,210, including 83,168 boys and 80,042 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,40,283, including 71,296 boys and 68,987 girls. In urban areas, it is 22,927, including 11,872 boys and 11,055 girls.
- Literate population in Dibrugarh district is around 8,84,531, including 4,91,361 males and 3,93,170 females. In rural areas, it is 6,85,573, including 3,85,122 males and 3,00,451 females. In urban areas, it is 1,98,958, including 1,06,239 males and 92,719 females.
- Illiterate population in Dibrugarh district is about 4,41,804, including 1,85,073 males and 2,56,731 females. In rural areas, it is 3,97,032, including 1,65,177 males and 2,31,855 females. In urban areas, it is 44,772, including 19,896 males and 24,876 females.
- There are about 2,76,867 households in Dibrugarh district, including 2,22,414 in rural areas and 54,453 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Dibrugarh. 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 | 58,876 | 41,396 | 17,480 |
| SC Male Population | 30,517 | 21,480 | 9,037 |
| SC Female Population | 28,359 | 19,916 | 8,443 |
| Total ST Population | 1,02,871 | 92,593 | 10,278 |
| ST Male Population | 51,835 | 46,689 | 5,146 |
| ST Female Population | 51,036 | 45,904 | 5,132 |
| Population Density | 392 / km² | 325 / km² | 5,359 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Dibrugarh district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Dibrugarh district is approximately 58,876, including 30,517 males and 28,359 females. In rural areas, it is 41,396, including 21,480 males and 19,916 females. In urban areas, it is 17,480, including 9,037 males and 8,443 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Dibrugarh district is about 1,02,871, including 51,835 males and 51,036 females. In rural areas, it is 92,593, including 46,689 males and 45,904 females. In urban areas, it is 10,278, including 5,146 males and 5,132 females.
- Overall population density of Dibrugarh district is around 392 people per km². Rural areas have about 325 people per km². Urban areas have about 5,359 people per km².