Christan Basti - Narayanpur, Lakhimpur
Christan Basti is a village situated in the Narayanpur subdivision of Lakhimpur district, Assam. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in North Lakhimpur. Simaluguri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Christan Basti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Christan Basti is 287481. The village covers a total geographical area of 274 hectares and falls under the 787033 pincode. Narayanpur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Christan Basti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Christan Basti
As per Census 2011, Christan Basti village has a total population of 791 people, consisting of 400 males and 391 females. The village has 189 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 587 literate and 204 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Christan Basti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 791 | 400 | 391 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 62 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 587 | 307 | 280 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 93 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Christan Basti
Christan 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 Christan Basti
Public transport in the Christan Basti is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Christan 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narayanpur to Christan Basti is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from North Lakhimpur to Christan Basti is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Christan Basti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Christan Basti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Christan 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 Christan Basti 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 Christan Basti
Where is Christan Basti located?
Christan Basti village is located in Narayanpur Subdivision, Lakhimpur district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Christan Basti?
The Gram Panchayat of Christan Basti is Simaluguri.
What is the pincode of Christan Basti?
The pincode of Christan Basti is 787033.
What is the population of Christan Basti?
Christan Basti has a total population of 791, including 400 males and 391 females.
How many households are there in Christan Basti?
There are 189 households in Christan Basti.
What is the literacy rate in Christan Basti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Christan Basti is 74.21%. Male literacy is 76.75% and female literacy is 71.61%.