Ribhoi
Ribhoi is a district in the Meghalaya State of India. The total area of Ribhoi district is 2,448 km², which includes 2,390.02 km² of rural area and 57.98 km² of urban area. There are about 579 villages in Ribhoi district.
For administrative convenience, Ribhoi 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 3 subdivisions in Ribhoi district. Here is the list of all Ribhoi Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Ribhoi District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jirang | 659 | 30,919 |
| 2 | Umling | 600 | 87,021 |
| 3 | Umsning | 1,189 | 1,40,900 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Umsning is the largest subdivision in ribhoi district by both area and population. Umling is the smallest subdivision in ribhoi district by area, while Jirang is the smallest by population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Umsning | Umsning |
| Smallest Tehsil | Umling | Umling |
Population of Ribhoi District
The population of Ribhoi 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 Ribhoi, 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 | 2,58,840 | 2,33,587 | 25,253 |
| Total Male Population | 1,32,531 | 1,18,705 | 13,826 |
| Total Female Population | 1,26,309 | 1,14,882 | 11,427 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 52,862 | 48,727 | 4,135 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 27,074 | 24,963 | 2,111 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 25,788 | 23,764 | 2,024 |
| Literate Population | 1,55,859 | 1,37,817 | 18,042 |
| Literate Male Population | 80,977 | 70,682 | 10,295 |
| Literate Female Population | 74,882 | 67,135 | 7,747 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,02,981 | 95,770 | 7,211 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 51,554 | 48,023 | 3,531 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 51,427 | 47,747 | 3,680 |
| Households | 46,872 | 42,412 | 4,460 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Ribhoi district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Ribhoi district is 2,58,840, including 1,32,531 males and 1,26,309 females. In rural areas, it is 2,33,587, including 1,18,705 males and 1,14,882 females. In urban areas, it is 25,253, including 13,826 males and 11,427 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Ribhoi district is 52,862, including 27,074 boys and 25,788 girls. In rural areas, it is 48,727, including 24,963 boys and 23,764 girls. In urban areas, it is 4,135, including 2,111 boys and 2,024 girls.
- Literate population in Ribhoi district is around 1,55,859, including 80,977 males and 74,882 females. In rural areas, it is 1,37,817, including 70,682 males and 67,135 females. In urban areas, it is 18,042, including 10,295 males and 7,747 females.
- Illiterate population in Ribhoi district is about 1,02,981, including 51,554 males and 51,427 females. In rural areas, it is 95,770, including 48,023 males and 47,747 females. In urban areas, it is 7,211, including 3,531 males and 3,680 females.
- There are about 46,872 households in Ribhoi district, including 42,412 in rural areas and 4,460 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Ribhoi. 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 | 590 | 504 | 86 |
| SC Male Population | 329 | 279 | 50 |
| SC Female Population | 261 | 225 | 36 |
| Total ST Population | 2,30,081 | 2,12,325 | 17,756 |
| ST Male Population | 1,15,907 | 1,07,235 | 8,672 |
| ST Female Population | 1,14,174 | 1,05,090 | 9,084 |
| Population Density | 106 / km² | 98 / km² | 436 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Ribhoi district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Ribhoi district is approximately 590, including 329 males and 261 females. In rural areas, it is 504, including 279 males and 225 females. In urban areas, it is 86, including 50 males and 36 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Ribhoi district is about 2,30,081, including 1,15,907 males and 1,14,174 females. In rural areas, it is 2,12,325, including 1,07,235 males and 1,05,090 females. In urban areas, it is 17,756, including 8,672 males and 9,084 females.
- Overall population density of Ribhoi district is around 106 people per km². Rural areas have about 98 people per km². Urban areas have about 436 people per km².