West Siang is a district of Arunachal Pradesh with its headquarters located at Along. The district derives its name from the ever flowing river Siang. West Siang district is located
in the central part of Arunachal Pradesh and is bounded by China on the
North, Upper Siang & East Siang districts on the East, Assam on the
South and Upper Subansiri & Lower Subansiri districts on the West.
The West Siang district is a homeland of several tribes
including Galo, Minyong, Bori, Bokar, Pailibo, Ramos, Membas &
Khambas who make the land ethnically rich and diverse. The area is
endowed with many species of orchids, flora and fauna.
Attractions
Malinithan, Akashiganga, Gompa at Mechuka, Hanging Bridge at Along
Facts & Figures
| Date of formation |
1-Jun-80 |
| Area |
8325 sq. km |
| Latitude |
27.69° to 29.20° North |
| Longitude |
93.57° to 95.23° East |
| Population (2001) |
103, 575 |
| Males |
54, 139 |
| Females |
49, 436 |
| Sex Ratio |
913 females per 1000 males |
| Literacy Rate |
60.31% |
| No. of Sub-Division |
6 |
| No. of Blocks |
8 |
| No. of Villages |
397 |
| Postal Code |
791001 |
| STD Code |
3783 |
How to reach
Air:
The nearest airport is at Lilabari in Assam. One can hire a bus or taxi to reach Along, the district headquarter.
Rail:
The nearest railway station is located at Silapathar. Buses and taxis are available towards Along.
Road:
One can also reach by bus or car from Likabali and Pasighat. Buses/Taxis are available from North Lakhimpur or Itanagar.