Raidang Basti - Sapekhati, Charaideo
Raidang Basti is a village situated in the Sapekhati subdivision of Charaideo district, Assam. It is located approximately 36 km from Sonari and around 85 km from Sivasagar. Milonjyoti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raidang Basti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raidang Basti is 293118. The village covers a total geographical area of 222.16 hectares and falls under the 785692 pincode. Sonari is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Raidang Basti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raidang Basti
According to the 2011 Census, Raidang Basti village had a total population of 624 people, including 316 males and 308 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.10%, with male literacy at 79.71% and female literacy at 54.10%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 624 | 316 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 40 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 365 | 220 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 259 | 96 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Raidang Basti
Raidang Basti is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Raidang Basti
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Raidang Basti. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Raidang Basti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonari to Raidang Basti is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Raidang Basti is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raidang Basti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raidang Basti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raidang Basti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raidang Basti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raidang Basti
Where is Raidang Basti located?
Raidang Basti village is located in Sapekhati Subdivision, Charaideo district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raidang Basti?
The Gram Panchayat of Raidang Basti is Milonjyoti.
What is the pincode of Raidang Basti?
The pincode of Raidang Basti is 785692.
What is the population of Raidang Basti?
Raidang Basti had a total population of 624, including 316 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Raidang Basti?
Raidang Basti had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raidang Basti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raidang Basti was 67.10%. Male literacy was 79.71% and female literacy was 54.10%.