The word Diphu comes from the Dimasa language, meaning White Water. Historically, it is said the stream in Diphu carries large amounts of sediment during the rainy season, giving it the colour of white, hence its name.
Geography
Diphu is located at. It has an average elevation of 186 metres. It is about 270 km by road and 213 km by railways from Guwahati. The town is beautifully located on a hill.
Demographics
India census, Diphu had a population of 63,654. Based on population, it is classified as a class-II city. 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%: male literacy is 94% and, female literacy is 86%. In Diphu, 13% of the population is under 6 years of age. The major indigenous communities living in Diphu are Karbi, Dimasa Kachari, Bodo Kachari, Koch Kachari, Garo Kachari, Rengma Naga and Rabha.
Culture
The town is home to many indigenous communities and other communities from rest of the country, the Karbis, Rengma, Dimasa Kachari, Tiwa Kachari, Bodo Kachari, Garo Kachari, Rabha being the major tribes of the district. The town exhibits peaceful and harmonious coexistence among them. It houses temples, churches, mosques and a gurudwara. The town celebrates all major festivals together with much fun-fare. Rongker, Bushu-Dima, Wangala, Bihu, Sikpui-Ruoi, Christmas, Durga Puja, Diwali, Baikho and other festivals are celebrated with fervour and joy.
Tourism
Places of interest
; Arboretum cum Craft & Cultural Centre : It is a newly built Garden on the outskirt of Market. It house Garden, Children park and an Open stage auditorium. ; Recreation Park cum Medicinal Garden: Situated on the Diphu-Manja road it is a very beautiful garden set up by the forest department. The park has much natural scenery, valuable trees and herbs which attracts many people. ; Taralangso: It is located in the heart of Diphu. The headquarters of "Karbi Cultural Society", which is an established democratic cultural organisation, is permanently set here. The Karbi Youth Festival is celebrated in Taralangso every year from 15 to 19 February. During the festival the place becomes a cultural pilgrimage. ; Botanical Garden: About 7 km away from Diphu along the Lumding road, there is a botanical garden of Forest west division. The garden is rich in many valuable trees, herbs and orchids. ; Arboretum : It is an old Arboretum garden. Situated on lumding road. near the town border. ; Statue of Rongpharpi Rongbe: In the middle of the town there is a great statue of Rongpharpi Rongbe and her comrades- a grand sculpture enlivened in the hand of its sculptor. It has immortalised a glorified page of Karbi history. Rongpharpi Rongbe was the first woman who rebelled against exploitation and oppression. ; District Museum ; Umwang
connect the town to outside place. Diphu is well connected to most districts and important towns of Assam by Government and private buses. Shared Car also ply between nearby town and places. Auto rickshaw is the main mode of transport within the town.
is the main sport of Karbi Anglong and mostly popular among people. The multipurpose Karbi Anglong Sports Association Stadium is home to Morning Star F.C., the premier football club of Karbi Anglong. They represent Karbi Anglong in the top division Assam State Premier League. Currently, there is one Stadium at KASA Sports Complex and another under construction at Chutianala, Diphu.
Politics
Diphu town is under Diphu. This constituency form a part of Autonomous District.
