Jirang

Jirang is a Town and Subdivision in Ribhoi District of Meghalaya. In India, a subdivision 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 information the sub-district code of Jirang Block (CD) is 01986. Total area of jirang subdivision is 659 km². Jirang subdivision has a population of 30,919 peoples. Jirang subdivision has a population density of 46.89 inhabitants per square kilometre. There are about 5,934 houses in the sub-district. When it comes to literacy, 59.24% population of jirang subdivision is literate, out of which 62.04% males and 56.26% females are literate.

List of Villages in Jirang Subdivision

Jirang Subdivision has a total of 107 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 Jirang Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.

Population of Jirang Subdivision

The population profile of Jirang Subdivision 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 Jirang's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.

Social Structure and Density

This section gives a clear view of the social makeup of Jirang Subdivision , highlighting how Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) are spread across both rural and urban areas. It also includes population density data, which helps us understand how closely people live together in different parts of the tehsil.