Dima Hasao district

The second-largest district in Assam spans 4,890 square kilometers of hills, forests, and rivers, with Haflong serving as its capital at 513 meters elevation.

The district emerged from the Dimasa Kingdom, which ruled from 1500 with capitals at Maibang and Dimapur, before British authorities established headquarters in Gunjung and Haflong.

The region houses thirteen tribal groups, including Dimasa, Kuki, Zeme, and Hmar peoples, who maintain their distinct languages, customs, and traditional practices.

The district experiences temperatures between 8 to 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year, with Haflong providing accommodation options and transportation connections to surrounding areas.

The village of Jatinga draws attention for the unusual behavior of migratory birds during specific months, while Panimur waterfall ranks among northeast India's largest cascades.

Location: Central Assam division

Inception: 1970

Capital city: Haflong

Elevation above the sea: 513 m

Shares border with: Karbi Anglong district, Cachar district

Website: http://nchills.gov.in

GPS coordinates: 25.18000,93.03000

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:43