| EAST KAMENG :- At a Glance
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History |
Geography |
Climate |
People & Culture |
Communication |
Wild Life Sanctuary
Agriculture |
Horticulture |
Seppa Helipad |
Emergency Contact Numbers
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| Brief History |
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Till 1914, East Kameng was part of Darang District of Assam. By Govt. of India's notification of 1914,
the area covered by this district became part of the western Section of the North east Frontier Tract.
This tract was renamed in 1919 as Balipara Tract with its headquarter at Charduar, Assam. In 1946 the area
coovered by Balipara Tract was divided into Sela Agency and Subansiri Area and the hqr. continued to be at
Charduar. In 1954, Sela Agency was renamed as the Kameng Frontier Division with its hqr at Bomdila. In
1965 Kameng Frontier was renamed Kameng District. In 1980, the district was bifurcated into two districts
namely East Kameng (Formerly known as Sepla Subdivision) and West Kameng (formerly known as Bomdila subdivison).
Now it has become an independent district with its hqr at Seppa (Till 1975, Seppa was Sapla meaning marshy
land in local dialect). The name Kameng has been derived from the Kameng river originating from the glacier
lake below Gorichan mountain and is one of the tributaries of River Brahmaputra.
The entire district, except a small area on the southern most tip bordering Assam, is mountainous.
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| Geography :- Location and Physical Features |
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East Kameng district is situated in the Western part of Arunachal Pradesh surrounded by West Kameng in the west,
Papumpare in the East, Part of Lower Subansiri and Macmohan (International Boundary) line in the North and Sonitpur
District of Assam in the South covering an area of 4134 sq kms. The entire district barring a small area on the
southernmost tip of Assam is mountainous. The deep gorges and narrow valleys frequently open into wide valleys.
The district is an extension part of the North eastward Himalayan range. It lies between 92° 36" E to 93° 24" E
longitudes and 26° 56" to 27° 59" Latitudes. The District Hqr, Seppa lies on the bank of River Kameng. Important
tributaries of river Kameng which are turbulent and high speed rivers are Para, Pachi, Pachok, Pakoti,
Keya Bichom, Pacha, Pakke, Papu, Passa, Narmorah and Dikalmukh.
The rugged terrains of the district make transport and communication extremely difficult. There are few surface
roads, which remain cutoff during summer seasons due to flood and landslide.
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| CLIMATE |
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The climatic condition of this district varies largely with topography and altitude. The altitude of different
administrative centres varies ranging from 362 m to 1906 m. The foothill zone is subtropical and has hot and
humid climate. Average temperature decreases as elevations increase in the mountains. The district experiences
heavy rainfall averaging 287 mm falling mostly between June and October and in winter extreme cold. As a result
of heavy rainfall during monsoon season, most of the rivers and streams are highly inflated and disrupt normal
transport system and communication. Although heavy monsoon helps regeneration of forests, it is also responsible
for speedy soil erosion and landslides which make the maintenance of roads quite costly. Many developing
activities are held up during the monsoons. The months from October to March are the most favourable time
for intensive work for development.
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| PEOPLE AND CULTURE (LANGUAGE & ART FORMS ETC) |
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The Major tribes inhabiting this district are Bangnis(Nyishi), Akas, Mijis and Puroiks (Sulung). Each tribe has
their own dialects, customs, and religion. Social and cultural events are very much associated with their life,
environment and other relevant activities.
The Bangnis also called Nishi, Nishang, Nissi or Dafla and Sullungs inhabit the area contagious to the North
Earstern Kameng extending upto Lower Subansiri District. The Akas inhibit the Bana Area and Mijis inhibit to
the region eastern of West Kameng District i.e., Lada Circle.
The Marriage of the Bangnis takes place through the process of formal negotiations between the parents of both
parties. After a stipulated bride price payment, the girl comes to live with the husband. There are no formal
ceremonies which mark the consummation of marriage. The husband and the wife both clad in clothes and wear a
number of ornaments. Polygamy is very common.
The Sulungs (Puroiks) are a very scattered tribe. The Sulung society is based on the unit of village community.
The Sulungs own land but in some cases they are dependent upon their Bangni Master.
The Festival of the Bangnis is Nyokum Yullo which is celebrated in the month of Februaly. The local priest
(Nibu) does the devination by examining the liver of a fowl and the yolk of an egg respectively. The site where
the festival is performed is called Nyokum Kyageng. The Sulungs celebrate Gumkum Gumpa in the month of April.
(click here to know more about Festivals...)
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| COMMUNICATION & TRANSPORT |
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The main reason behind slow development of the district is absence of road communication. Only Seppa, Chayang-Tajo,
Bameng and Seijosa circles headquarters are connected by road, whereas the remaining six circle headquarters have
not yet connected by road and one has to walk upto two days to reach the remotest circle headquarter i.e. Lada.
Three circle HQs namely Pipu-Dipu, Lada and Pakke-Kessang are being airfed through AN-32 Sorties. Most of the
villages are connected only by porter tracks.
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| WILD LIFE SANCTUARY |
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There is one wild life sanctuary named as Pakhui Wildlife Sanctuary in the district. Animals like Asiatic Elephant,
Tiger, Leopard, Bear, Gour, Sambhar, Barking Deer etc. are found in this sanctuary. The sanctuary is also having
144 species of birds, Hornbill is the most important bird of this sanctuary.
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| AGRICULTURE |
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Agriculture is the main occupation of the people of East Kameng District. Jhum cultivation is prevalent in the
district, although it is being slowly replaced by permanent cultivation. The main crops of the district are Paddy,
Maize, Millet, Sweet-Potato, Chilly and Vegetables.
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| HORTICULTURE |
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The climate condition of East Kameng district is conductive for Horticulture. Diversity of land, topography and
agro-climatic conditions are suitable for both temperate and sub-tropical Horticultural crops. The main horticultural
crops of the district are Orange, Pine-apple, Banana and Guava. The department provides seeds, fruits plant and
barbed wires to the farmers free of cost.
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| SOME FACTS RELATING TO SEPPA HELIPAD |
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| Altitude | 363 Mtrs |
| Latitude | 27 Deg 21’ 00” |
| Longitude | 93 Deg 2’ 44” |
| Size of Helipad | 50 x 30 Mtrs. |
| Fitness | Fit for MI-8 Helicopters. |
| Maintained by | PWD |
| Temperature of Seppa | 25°C(Max) 9°C (Min) |
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| Emergency Contact Numbers |
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| NAME OF OFFICER/OFFICE |
OFFICE NO. |
RESIDENCE NO. |
| Deputy Commissioner |
03787-222576
03787-222427 (FAX) |
03787-222777
03787-222425 |
| Addl. Deputy Commissioner |
03787-222240 |
03787-222244 |
| Superintendent of Police |
03787-222211
03787-222474 (FAX) |
03787-222212
03787-222247 |
| Police Station |
03787-222231
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| Police Control Room |
03787-222455 |
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| District Hospital |
03787-222428 |
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