The Bhoksa still occupy distinct settlements, which they do not share with any tribal or caste grouping.

The name, as a distinct settlement within the township and parish of Churchstoke, was first recorded in the mid 16th century.

A small hamlet of thatched cottages was also clustered near the castle, making this a distinct settlement at that time.

There were three distinct settlements in the town when it was first established:

It is a parish with 3 distinct settlements.

The village has two distinct settlements separated by farmland.

Lampugnano existed as a distinct settlement at least since the middle ages.

The early history of Kelantan traces distinct human settlement dating back to prehistoric times.

In the 1870s, Fort Garry consisted of two distinct settlements.

It has a long history as a settlement distinct from Enfield.