Taluks in Papum Pare District
Complete List of Sub-District Administrative Divisions in Papum Pare, Arunachal Pradesh
About Taluks in Papum Pare District
Papum Pare District in Arunachal Pradesh is divided into 24 taluks (also known as tehsils, mandals, or subdivisions in different parts of India). These sub-district administrative divisions collectively cover approximately 528 villages and form the critical link between the district administration and grassroots communities.
Each taluk in Papum Pare District is headed by a Tahsildar (also called Taluk Officer or Revenue Officer), who serves as the primary administrative authority at the sub-district level. The Tahsildar and their team are responsible for maintaining land records and property documentation, collecting land revenue and property taxes, issuing essential government certificates (income, caste, residence, nativity), processing property mutations and transfers, implementing government welfare schemes, conducting local elections and census operations, and serving as first-level magistrate for minor legal matters. The taluk office (Taluk/Tehsil/Mandal office) is where citizens interact most frequently with the government for day-to-day administrative needs.
Understanding the taluk structure of Papum Pare District is essential for accessing local government services, identifying correct administrative jurisdictions, and navigating the bureaucratic system effectively. Below you'll find a complete list of all 24 taluks in Papum Pare District with their village coverage.
Terminology Note
In Arunachal Pradesh, these administrative divisions are officially called taluks. The same administrative level is known as Taluks in South India, Tehsils in North India, Mandals in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, and Subdivisions in Eastern India. All terms refer to the same sub-district tier with similar administrative functions.
List of Taluks in Papum Pare District
| # | Taluk Name | Type | Villages | Population | View Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Balijan ADC | Subdivision | 31 | 6679 | View |
| 2 | Banderdewa | Subdivision | 54 | 8523 | View |
| 3 | Borum | Subdivision | 18 | 825 | View |
| 4 | Doimukh SDO | Subdivision | 27 | 9479 | View |
| 5 | Gumto | Subdivision | 3 | 1638 | View |
| 6 | Gumto Circle | Tehsil | 6 | - | View |
| 7 | Itanagar EAC | Subdivision | 18 | 64476 | View |
| 8 | Kakoi | Subdivision | 2 | 1627 | View |
| 9 | Kakoi Circle | Tehsil | 9 | - | View |
| 10 | Kimin SDO | Subdivision | 27 | 6756 | View |
| 11 | Leporiang | Subdivision | 3 | 4139 | View |
| 12 | Leporiang Circle | Tehsil | 42 | - | View |
| 13 | Mengio EAC | Subdivision | 32 | 4131 | View |
| 14 | Naharlagun EAC | Subdivision | 27 | 49106 | View |
| 15 | Parang | Subdivision | 2 | 1655 | View |
| 16 | Parang Circle | Tehsil | 17 | - | View |
| 17 | Sagalee ADC | Subdivision | 65 | 6049 | View |
| 18 | Sangdupota Basar Nello | Subdivision | 54 | 4053 | View |
| 19 | Silsango | Subdivision | 2 | 1924 | View |
| 20 | Silsango Circle | Tehsil | 12 | - | View |
| 21 | Taraso | Subdivision | 2 | 2507 | View |
| 22 | Taraso Circle | Tehsil | 30 | - | View |
| 23 | Toru | Subdivision | 3 | 3006 | View |
| 24 | Toru Circle | Tehsil | 42 | - | View |
Browse Taluks in Papum Pare
Balijan ADC
Population: 6679Banderdewa
Population: 8523Borum
Population: 825Doimukh SDO
Population: 9479Gumto
Population: 1638Gumto Circle
Itanagar EAC
Population: 64476Kakoi
Population: 1627Kakoi Circle
Kimin SDO
Population: 6756Leporiang
Population: 4139Leporiang Circle
Mengio EAC
Population: 4131Naharlagun EAC
Population: 49106Parang
Population: 1655Parang Circle
Sagalee ADC
Population: 6049Sangdupota Basar Nello
Population: 4053Silsango
Population: 1924Silsango Circle
Taraso
Population: 2507Taraso Circle
Toru
Population: 3006Toru Circle
How to Use This Directory
This taluk directory for Papum Pare District helps you find administrative divisions and access government services:
- Find your taluk: Locate the taluk that covers your village or area from the list above
- View detailed information: Click on any taluk name to see villages, post offices, banks, and government offices in that area
- Access services: Identify the correct taluk office (Tahsildar office) for certificate applications and land records
- Compare coverage: Use the village count column to understand the size and coverage of each taluk
Frequently Asked Questions
How many taluks are there in Papum Pare District?
Papum Pare District has 24 taluks that together cover 528 villages. These administrative divisions handle revenue collection, land records, and essential government certificate services for all citizens in the district. The taluks are administered under the overall supervision of the District Collector at Papum Pare.
What is the difference between a taluk and a block in Papum Pare District?
A taluk is a revenue administrative unit focused on land revenue collection, property registration, and issuing government certificates. A block (Community Development Block) is a development administrative unit focused on implementing rural development programs, healthcare, education, and welfare schemes. While both cover similar geographical areas in Papum Pare District, they serve different administrative purposes and are headed by different officers (Tahsildar vs Block Development Officer).
Where is the taluk office located in Papum Pare District?
Each taluk in Papum Pare District has its own taluk office (Tahsildar office) usually located in the headquarters town of that taluk. Click on any taluk name in the list above to find the specific location, contact details, and office information. The taluk office is where you submit applications for certificates, land mutations, and other revenue-related services.
How do I find which taluk my village belongs to in Papum Pare District?
To find your village's taluk in Papum Pare District: (1) Browse the taluks listed above and click on each to see the village list, (2) Check your land records or property documents which mention the taluk name, (3) Use the village search feature on ChennaiIQ to directly locate your village, or (4) Contact the District Collectorate for administrative boundary information.
What services can I access at a taluk office in Papum Pare District?
Taluk offices (Tahsildar offices) in Papum Pare District provide numerous essential services: Certificates: Income, caste, community, residence, nativity, and legal heir certificates. Land services: Patta transfers, mutation of records, encumbrance certificates, land valuations. Revenue services: Land tax payment, property tax assessment. Welfare services: Old age pension, widow pension, ration card applications. Emergency services: Emergency certificates during natural disasters. The Tahsildar also has magisterial powers to handle minor legal and administrative matters.