Dirang Population
As per the 2011 Census, Dirang Tehsil has a population of 18.40 k (18,401) with 9.70 k (9,704) males and 8.70 k (8,697) females.The sex ratio in Dirang is 897, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Dirang Tehsil is 2.62 k (2,618) which is 14.23% of Dirang Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Dirang Tehsil is 1016 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Dirang Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the West Kameng District in the state of ARUNACHAL PRADESH in India.
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Dirang Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Dirang Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 20.94 k (20,941), indicating a 13.8% increased from Dirang 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 10.99 k, and the estimated female population is 9.94 k.
Dirang Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Dirang Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 21.13 k (21,127), projecting a 14.81% increased from Dirang 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 11.08 k, and the estimated female population is 10.03 k.
Dirang Buddhist Population
Buddhist is the most popular religion in Dirang Tehsil, with a total Buddhist population of 14.02 k (14,024), accounting for 76.21% of the Dirang Tehsil population. Out of this, the Buddhist male population stands at approximately 6.80 k (6,798), and the Buddhist female population is around 7.23 k (7,226).
Dirang Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Dirang Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 3.53 k (3,534), accounting for 19.21% of the Dirang Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 2.38 k (2,379), and the Hindu female population is around 1.16 k (1,155).
Dirang Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Buddhist | 14,024 | 76.21% |
| Hindu | 3,534 | 19.21% |
| Christian | 374 | 2.03% |
| Muslim | 317 | 1.72% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 85 | 0.46% |
| Jain | 25 | 0.14% |
| Sikh | 24 | 0.13% |
| Religion not stated | 18 | 0.1% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationDirang Urban Population
The Urban population of Dirang Tehsil is 3.75 k (3,750), with 1.93 k (1,928) being males and 1.82 k (1,822) being females, making up 20.38% of the Dirang total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 946 females for every 1000 males.
Dirang Rural Population
The Rural population of Dirang Tehsil is 14.65 k (14,651), with 7.78 k (7,776) being males and 6.88 k (6,875) being females, making up 79.62% of the Dirang total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 885 females for every 1000 males.
Dirang Literacy Rate
Dirang Tehsil has a literacy rate of 57.44% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Dirang Tehsil is 64.58 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Dirang Tehsil is 49.3 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Dirang Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 80.51%, while in the rural regions of Dirang Tehsil, it is around 51.37%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Dirang
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 57.44 | 64.58 | 49.3 |
| Urban Area | 80.51 | 85.73 | 74.89 |
| Rural Area | 51.37 | 59.21 | 42.31 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Dirang
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buddhist | 50.45 | 55.31 | 45.89 |
| Hindu | 78.52 | 84.96 | 64.25 |
| Christian | 74.22 | 81.82 | 65.07 |
| Muslim | 76.66 | 77.57 | 73.97 |
Dirang Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes Population in Dirang Tehsil is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Castes in Dirang Tehsil.
Dirang Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Dirang Tehsil is 13.67 k (13,669) with 6.61 k (6,612) males and 7.06 k (7,057) females, which is 74.28% of Dirang Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1068 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Dirang
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 897 |
| Urban Area | 946 |
| Rural Area | 885 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Dirang
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Buddhist | 1063 |
| Hindu | 486 |
| Christian | 816 |
| Muslim | 355 |
Dirang Area & Households
The Total Area of Dirang Tehsil is 1,819.72 Square KM, with a population density of 10 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Dirang Tehsil are 1 and the Total Number of Villages in Dirang Tehsil are 88.The Total Number of households in Dirang Tehsil are 4.14 k(4,144).
Dirang Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Dirang Tehsil, there are about 9.97 k (9,972) workers, making up nearly 54.19% of the Dirang Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 6.13 k (6,126) are male workers, and about 3.85 k (3,846) are female workers.
Dirang - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 20.94 k (20,941) | 13.8% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 21.13 k (21,127) | 14.81% | 1.01 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 21.31 k (21,312) | 15.82% | 1.01 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 21.48 k (21,484) | 16.75% | 0.93 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 21.64 k (21,643) | 17.61% | 0.86 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 21.81 k (21,814) | 18.55% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 21.99 k (21,986) | 19.48% | 0.93 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 22.15 k (22,145) | 20.35% | 0.87 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 22.28 k (22,277) | 21.06% | 0.71 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 22.41 k (22,410) | 21.78% | 0.72 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 22.54 k (22,542) | 22.5% | 0.72 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 22.67 k (22,674) | 23.22% | 0.72 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 22.81 k (22,807) | 23.94% | 0.72 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Dirang Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 22.81 k (22,807), with a male population of 11.91 k (11,907) and a female population of 10.88 k (10,878). This reflects a total growth of 23.94% from Dirang Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.85%.