Char Bastir Char - South Salmara, South Salmara Mancachar
Char Bastir Char is a village situated in the South Salmara subdivision of South Salmara Mancachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 15 km from Dhubri. Sebaltari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Char Bastir Char village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Char Bastir Char is 281602. The village covers a total geographical area of 298.78 hectares and falls under the 783136 pincode. Dhubri is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Char Bastir Char village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Birsing Jarua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Char Bastir Char
According to the 2011 Census, Char Bastir Char village had a total population of 493 people, including 236 males and 257 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 1,089 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.58%, with male literacy at 50.26% and female literacy at 32.98%.
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 | 236 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 47 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 95 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 335 | 141 | 194 |
Transport and Connectivity of Char Bastir Char
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Char Bastir Char.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhubri to Char Bastir Char is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Char Bastir Char
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Char Bastir Char village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Char Bastir Char
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Char Bastir Char village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Char Bastir Char
Where is Char Bastir Char located?
Char Bastir Char village is located in South Salmara Subdivision, South Salmara Mancachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Char Bastir Char?
The Gram Panchayat of Char Bastir Char is Sebaltari.
What is the pincode of Char Bastir Char?
The pincode of Char Bastir Char is 783136.
What is the population of Char Bastir Char?
Char Bastir Char had a total population of 493, including 236 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Char Bastir Char?
Char Bastir Char had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Char Bastir Char?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Char Bastir Char was 41.58%. Male literacy was 50.26% and female literacy was 32.98%.