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Diphu () is a town in the Karbi Anglong district of the state of Assam, India. It is the meeting place of the Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council and the headquarters of Karbi Anglong district.
Etymology
The word Diphu comes from Dimasa language, 'Di' stands for 'clear liquid/water', and 'Phu' means 'to pass through', meaning a place where 'clear river passes through'. Historically, it is said that the stream in Diphu carries large amounts of sediment during the rainy season, giving it a whitish colour, hence its name. However, the rivulet from which the town derived it name has lost its beauty, due to urbanisation, encroachment, lack of regulations, and proper oversight.
Geography
thumb|Statue of Rongpharpi Rongbe, a popular landmark (removed as of 2024)
thumb|Wooden bridge in a forested area, Diphu
Diphu is located at . It has an average elevation of 186 metres (610 feet). It is about 270 km by road and 213 km by railways from Guwahati. The town is located on a hilly plateau.
Demographics
Population
As of the 2011 census of India, Diphu had a population of 61,797. Based on population, it is classified as a class-II city (between 50,000 and 99,999 inhabitants). Males constitute 52% of the population and females 48%. Diphu has an average literacy rate of 90%, higher than the national average of 59.5%. The male literacy rate is 94% and female literacy rate is 86%. In Diphu, 13% of the population is under 6 years of age.