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 Gaon 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 President serving as the elected head.
Population of Christan Basti
According to the 2011 Census, Christan Basti village had a total population of 791 people, including 400 males and 391 females, living in 189 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.20%, with male literacy at 90.83% and female literacy at 81.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 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 Gaon Panchayat of Christan Basti?
The Gaon 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 had a total population of 791, including 400 males and 391 females.
How many households are there in Christan Basti?
Christan Basti had 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Christan Basti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Christan Basti was 86.20%. Male literacy was 90.83% and female literacy was 81.63%.