Christan Basti - Naduar, Sonitpur
Christan Basti is a village situated in the Naduar subdivision of Sonitpur district, Assam. It is located approximately 52 km from Tezpur. Uttar Murhadol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Christan Basti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Christan Basti is 286354. The village covers a total geographical area of 487.14 hectares and falls under the 784182 pincode. Tezpur is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Christan 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 Sootea Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sonitpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Christan Basti
As per Census 2011, Christan Basti village has a total population of 1,508 people, consisting of 739 males and 769 females. The village has 311 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 207 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 960 literate and 548 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Christan Basti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,508 | 739 | 769 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 108 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 960 | 527 | 433 |
| Illiterate Population | 548 | 212 | 336 |
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 shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Christan Basti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Tezpur to Christan Basti is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 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 Naduar Subdivision, Sonitpur district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Christan Basti?
The Gram Panchayat of Christan Basti is Uttar Murhadol.
What is the pincode of Christan Basti?
The pincode of Christan Basti is 784182.
What is the population of Christan Basti?
Christan Basti has a total population of 1,508, including 739 males and 769 females.
How many households are there in Christan Basti?
There are 311 households in Christan Basti.
What is the literacy rate in Christan Basti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Christan Basti is 63.66%. Male literacy is 71.31% and female literacy is 56.31%.