Tunijan Christian - Bihpuria, Lakhimpur
Tunijan Christian is a village situated in the Bihpuria subdivision of Lakhimpur district, Assam. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bihpuria and around 32 km from the district headquarters in North Lakhimpur. Uttar Laluk serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tunijan Christian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tunijan Christian is 287594. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.24 hectares and falls under the 784160 pincode. Bihpuria is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Tunijan Christian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tunijan Christian
According to the 2011 Census, Tunijan Christian village had a total population of 493 people, including 252 males and 241 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.74%, with male literacy at 86.45% and female literacy at 71.03%.
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 | 493 | 252 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 38 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 337 | 185 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 67 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Tunijan Christian
Tunijan Christian 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 Tunijan Christian
Public transport in the Tunijan Christian is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Tunijan Christian.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bihpuria to Tunijan Christian is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from North Lakhimpur to Tunijan Christian is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tunijan Christian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tunijan Christian 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tunijan Christian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tunijan Christian village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tunijan Christian
Where is Tunijan Christian located?
Tunijan Christian village is located in Bihpuria Subdivision, Lakhimpur district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tunijan Christian?
The Gram Panchayat of Tunijan Christian is Uttar Laluk.
What is the pincode of Tunijan Christian?
The pincode of Tunijan Christian is 784160.
What is the population of Tunijan Christian?
Tunijan Christian had a total population of 493, including 252 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Tunijan Christian?
Tunijan Christian had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tunijan Christian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tunijan Christian was 78.74%. Male literacy was 86.45% and female literacy was 71.03%.