Arunachal Pradesh Facts and Information
General Information
| Additional Official Language | None |
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| Area | 83743 km² |
| Capital | Itanagar |
| Formation Dates | 20 February 1987 |
| ISO Code | IN-AR |
| Largest City | Itanagar |
| Official Language | English |
| Population | 1,383,727 (2011 Census) |
| State Name | Arunachal Pradesh |
| Time Zone | IST (UTC+5:30) |
| Vehicle Registration | AR |
| Website | https://arunachalpradesh.gov.in/ |
Government and Administration
| Assembly Seats | 60 |
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| Backward caste support | Yes |
| Chief Minister | Pema Khandu |
| Council Seats | 0 |
| Deputy Chief Minister | Chowna Mein |
| Governor | Kaiwalya Trivikram Parnaik |
| Legislature Type | Unicameral |
| Lok Sabha Seats | 2 |
| Rajya Sabha Seats | 1 |
| Start-up company support and website | https://www.arunachalstartups.com/ |
Geography and Environment
| Average Annual Rainfall | 2,000 to 4,000 mm |
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| Beaches | None |
| Borders | Assam, Nagaland, Bhutan, China, Myanmar |
| Caves | Mechuka Caves |
| Climate | Subtropical to Alpine |
| Coastline | 0 km |
| Gorges | Dibang Gorge |
| Highest Point | Kangto (7,060 m) |
| Hill Stations | Tawang, Ziro, Bomdila |
| Major Hills | Eastern Himalayas |
| Major Rivers | Siang, Subansiri, Kameng, Lohit, Tirap |
| Scenic Drives | Trans-Arunachal Highway |
| Soil Types | Alluvial, Red, Lateritic |
| Wildlife Sanctuaries | Itanagar, Pakhui, Namdapha, Dibang |
Demographics and Social Structure
| City/Town and Population | Itanagar - 59,490; Naharlagun - 36,158; Pasighat - 24,656 |
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| Human Development Index | 0.646 (2017) |
| Literacy Rate | 65.38% |
| Major Religions | Hinduism, Christianity, Buddhism |
| Population | 1,383,727 (2011 Census) |
| Rural Population | 77.57% |
| Scheduled Castes | 0.6% |
| Scheduled Tribes | 68.8% |
| Sex Ratio | 938 females per 1000 males |
| Urban Population | 22.43% |
Economy and Industry
| Agricultural Products | Rice, Maize, Millet, Pulses |
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| Fisheries | Freshwater fisheries in rivers and lakes |
| Gross State Domestic Product | ₹30,000 crore (approx.) |
| Major Industries | Agriculture, Horticulture, Handicrafts, Tourism |
| Major export | Handicrafts, Agricultural produce |
| Major farming / crop | Rice |
| Mineral Resources | Coal, Limestone, Dolomite |
| Per Capita Income Rank | 28th among Indian states |
| Real estate hotspots | Itanagar, Naharlagun |
| Top Employers | State Government, Agriculture sector |
Education and Research
| Any IIT or IIMs or REC | None |
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| Best Engineering College | NERIST |
| Best Medical College | Tomo Riba Institute of Health and Medical Sciences |
| Major IT Companies | None |
| Major Universities | Rajiv Gandhi University, NERIST |
| Prominent scholars | Dr. Joram Begi |
| Research Institutes | State Forest Research Institute |
Infrastructure and Connectivity
| Healthcare Facilities | TRIHMS, District Hospitals |
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| Hydro power plants | Ranganadi, Subansiri |
| Major Airports | Itanagar Airport (Donyi Polo Airport) |
| Major Ports | None |
| Major Rail Junction | Naharlagun Railway Station |
| Major Road Junction | Itanagar |
| Mobile penetration | Approximately 70% |
| Power Generation | Hydroelectric and Thermal |
| Thermal power plants | Namrup Thermal Power Station |
Culture and Heritage
| Buddhist Sites | Tawang Monastery |
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| Classical Dance | Popir, Rikhampada |
| Classical Music | Tribal folk music |
| Freedom fighters | Matmur Jamoh |
| Geographical Indications | Arunachal Orange, Khamti Rice |
| Historic reference in Mahabharat & Ramayan | Parshuram Kund associated with Parashurama |
| Influential personalities | Apang Gegong, Pema Khandu |
| Local Staple food | Rice with meat and green vegetables |
| Major Festivals | Losar, Solung, Dree, Nyokum |
| Movie Industry Name | None |
| Notable Mosques / Churches / synagogues | Itanagar Baptist Church |
| Notable Temples | Parshuram Kund |
| Popular Sweet or Dessert | Mithun milk-based sweets |
| Popular actors | Tommy Ete, Taba Chake |
| Traditional outfit of men | Gale, Jacket, Headgear |
| Traditional outfit of women | Skirt, Blouse, Ornaments |
Tourism and Places of Interest
| Best time to visit | October to April |
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| Crime areas to avoid | Generally safe; exercise standard precautions |
| Other interesting facts | Home to 26 major tribes and over 100 sub-tribes |
| Things to do | Trekking, Cultural festivals, Wildlife tours |
| Top tourist spots | Tawang, Ziro, Bomdila, Namdapha National Park |
Fun facts
| Best time to visit | October to April |
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| Crime areas to avoid | Low crime rate; remain cautious in remote areas |
| Other interesting facts | Known as the Land of the Rising Sun in India |
| Things to do | Attend tribal festivals, Explore monasteries, Nature walks |
| Top tourist spots | Tawang Monastery, Ziro Valley, Sela Pass |