Dima Hasao
Dima Hasao is a district in the Assam State of India. The total area of Dima Hasao district is 4,888 km², which includes 4,866.23 km² of rural area and 21.77 km² of urban area. There are about 676 villages in Dima Hasao district.
For administrative convenience, Dima Hasao 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 4 subdivisions in Dima Hasao district. Here is the list of all Dima Hasao Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Dima Hasao District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Haflong | 1,349 | 76,721 |
| 2 | Mahur | 713 | 33,859 |
| 3 | Maibong | 1,626 | 53,570 |
| 4 | Umrangso | 1,199 | 49,952 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Maibong is the largest subdivision in dima hasao district by area, while Haflong is the largest by population. Mahur is the smallest subdivision in dima hasao district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Maibong | Haflong |
| Smallest Tehsil | Mahur | Mahur |
Population of Dima Hasao District
The population of Dima Hasao 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 Dima Hasao, 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 | 2,14,102 | 1,51,613 | 62,489 |
| Total Male Population | 1,10,802 | 77,817 | 32,985 |
| Total Female Population | 1,03,300 | 73,796 | 29,504 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 32,414 | 25,067 | 7,347 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 16,480 | 12,749 | 3,731 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 15,934 | 12,318 | 3,616 |
| Literate Population | 1,40,873 | 90,009 | 50,864 |
| Literate Male Population | 78,559 | 50,658 | 27,901 |
| Literate Female Population | 62,314 | 39,351 | 22,963 |
| Illiterate Population | 73,229 | 61,604 | 11,625 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 32,243 | 27,159 | 5,084 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 40,986 | 34,445 | 6,541 |
| Households | 42,252 | 29,289 | 12,963 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Dima Hasao district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Dima Hasao district is 2,14,102, including 1,10,802 males and 1,03,300 females. In rural areas, it is 1,51,613, including 77,817 males and 73,796 females. In urban areas, it is 62,489, including 32,985 males and 29,504 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Dima Hasao district is 32,414, including 16,480 boys and 15,934 girls. In rural areas, it is 25,067, including 12,749 boys and 12,318 girls. In urban areas, it is 7,347, including 3,731 boys and 3,616 girls.
- Literate population in Dima Hasao district is around 1,40,873, including 78,559 males and 62,314 females. In rural areas, it is 90,009, including 50,658 males and 39,351 females. In urban areas, it is 50,864, including 27,901 males and 22,963 females.
- Illiterate population in Dima Hasao district is about 73,229, including 32,243 males and 40,986 females. In rural areas, it is 61,604, including 27,159 males and 34,445 females. In urban areas, it is 11,625, including 5,084 males and 6,541 females.
- There are about 42,252 households in Dima Hasao district, including 29,289 in rural areas and 12,963 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Dima Hasao. 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 | 4,337 | 1,885 | 2,452 |
| SC Male Population | 2,340 | 1,070 | 1,270 |
| SC Female Population | 1,997 | 815 | 1,182 |
| Total ST Population | 1,51,843 | 1,23,060 | 28,783 |
| ST Male Population | 76,520 | 62,206 | 14,314 |
| ST Female Population | 75,323 | 60,854 | 14,469 |
| Population Density | 44 / km² | 31 / km² | 2,870 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Dima Hasao district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Dima Hasao district is approximately 4,337, including 2,340 males and 1,997 females. In rural areas, it is 1,885, including 1,070 males and 815 females. In urban areas, it is 2,452, including 1,270 males and 1,182 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Dima Hasao district is about 1,51,843, including 76,520 males and 75,323 females. In rural areas, it is 1,23,060, including 62,206 males and 60,854 females. In urban areas, it is 28,783, including 14,314 males and 14,469 females.
- Overall population density of Dima Hasao district is around 44 people per km². Rural areas have about 31 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,870 people per km².