Kujapi - Gaya Town C.D.Block, Gaya
Kujapi is a village situated in the Gaya Town C.D.Block subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaya Town C.d.block and around 6 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Kujapi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kujapi is 255330. The village covers a total geographical area of 313 hectares and falls under the 823001 pincode. Gaya is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Kujapi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gaya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kujapi
As per Census 2011, Kujapi village has a total population of 6,680 people, consisting of 3,513 males and 3,167 females. The village has 1,142 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,879 literate and 2,801 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,423 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kujapi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,680 | 3,513 | 3,167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,115 | 587 | 528 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,423 | 732 | 691 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,879 | 2,330 | 1,549 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,801 | 1,183 | 1,618 |
Nearby Villages of Kujapi
Kujapi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Neazipur | North | 1.56 km |
| Kujap | West | 1.67 km |
| Aradih | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Agraili | North | 2.78 km |
| Chiraiatanr | North | 2.86 km |
| Durbe | West | 2.98 km |
| Chhattu Badh | North | 3.36 km |
| Kandi | North-East | 3.83 km |
| Bahadur Bigha | North-West | 4.07 km |
| Channa | North | 4.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kujapi
Kujapi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gaya Jn, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 121.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gaya to Kujapi is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kujapi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kujapi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kujapi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kujapi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kujapi
Where is Kujapi located?
Kujapi village is located in Gaya Town C.D.Block Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kujapi?
Kujapi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kujapi?
The pincode of Kujapi is 823001.
What is the population of Kujapi?
Kujapi has a total population of 6,680, including 3,513 males and 3,167 females.
How many households are there in Kujapi?
There are 1,142 households in Kujapi.
What is the literacy rate in Kujapi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kujapi is 58.07%. Male literacy is 66.33% and female literacy is 48.91%.