Strait Island

Strait Island is located in the Andaman Islands, which is part of the Indian union territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The island belongs to the North and Middle Andaman administrative district. It is situated in the Bay of Bengal, with an area of 2.87 square kilometers and a coastline of 8.7 kilometers. The island has a small population of 39 people, with a density of 13.59 people per square kilometer.

The island's physical features include a length of 3.2 kilometers and a width of 1.5 kilometers, with an elevation of 27 meters. The island has a small village, known as Strait village, which is the largest settlement on the island. The island has a literacy rate of 84.4%, with Hindi and English being the official languages spoken. The island experiences a tropical climate, with an average summer temperature of 30.2 degrees Celsius and an average winter temperature of 23 degrees Celsius.

There is no information available on the year the lighthouse was built or its current status. However, the island has a rich history, with the Andamanese people being the indigenous inhabitants of the island. The island is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, and is an important part of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands ecosystem. With its unique cultural and environmental significance, Strait Island is an important destination for those interested in exploring the natural beauty and history of the Andaman Islands.

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