Lower Dibang Valley is one of the 16 administrative districts of
Arunachal Pradesh with its headquarters located at Roing. It is the
youngest of all districts of Arunachal Pradesh.
The district derives its name from the river Dibang and forms a part of eastern Arunachal Pradesh.
It
is bounded on the north by the Dibang Valley district, on the East by
the Lohit district and Mc Mohan Line, on the west by the eastern and
Upper Siang districts of Arunachal Pradesh and on the South by the Tinsukia district of Assam.
The district has been blessed with immense natural beauty.
It is home to several indigenous tribes who are known for their rich
culture and age old traditions. There are numerous natural sites to
visit in and around the district. It is a perfect place for nature
lovers, adventurous tourists, archeologists and anthropologists.
Attractions
Mayudia, Sally Lake, Mehao Wildlife Sanctuary, Mehao Lake, Bhismaknagar, Iphipani, Forest Park, Nijomaghat, Rukmini Nati, Hunli - a picturesque town, Ita and Padum Pukhuri, Kampona Pond.
Facts & Figures
| Area |
3900 sq. km |
| Altitude |
390 m above mean sea level |
| Population (2001) |
50,438 |
| Males |
27,173 |
| Females |
23,265 |
| Population density |
13 per sq. km |
| Sex Ratio |
856 females per 1000 males |
| Literacy Rate |
60.34% |
| No. of Sub-Division |
3 |
| No. of Tehsil |
6 |
| No. of Blocks |
3 |
| No. of Towns |
1 |
| No. of Villages |
127 |
| Average rainfall |
3418.80 mm |
| Postal Code (Roing) |
792110 |
| STD Code |
3803 |
How to reach
Air : Nearby Airports –
1) Chabua: 138 km (Approx.)
2) Mohanbari (Dibrugarh): 148 km (Approx.)
3) Guwahati: 500 kms (Approx.)
Rail : Nearest Railway Station: Tinsukia, 113 km from Roing
Road : APSTS buses and private
buses are available from Roing towards Tezu, Sadiaghat, Hunli, Dello,
Rukmo, Koronu, Chidu, Tinsukia, Paglam and some other nearby places.