Kunkuni
Kunkuni is a village located in Kharsia tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Kharsia (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Kunkuni village is also a gram panchayat.
Kunkuni has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kunkuni
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kunkuni is 435237. The village spans a total geographical area of 922.39 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496661. Kharsia is nearest town to Kunkuni village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kunkuni village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kharsia Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kunkuni
Population of Kunkuni
Below is a concise population overview of Kunkuni as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,258 | 1,101 | 1,157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 336 | 164 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 390 | 199 | 191 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,117 | 542 | 575 |
| Literate Population | 1,394 | 816 | 578 |
| Illiterate Population | 864 | 285 | 579 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kunkuni village:
- The total population of Kunkuni village is around 2,258, including approximately 1,101 males and 1,157 females, with a sex ratio of 1050 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 336 children aged 0–6 years in Kunkuni village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kunkuni village has 390 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,117 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kunkuni village is about 61.74%, with male literacy at 74.11% and female literacy at 49.96%.
- There are around 584 households in Kunkuni village.
Connectivity of Kunkuni
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kunkuni. As per the 2011 stats, Kunkuni had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Kunkuni
Knowing the nearby villages of Kunkuni helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kunkuni.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kunkuni
- Where is Kunkuni located?
- Kunkuni village is situated in Kharsia Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kunkuni?
- Kunkuni serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kunkuni?
- The pincode of Kunkuni is 496661, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kunkuni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kunkuni is 2,258, with 1,101 males and 1,157 females.
- How many households are there in Kunkuni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kunkuni village has a total of 584 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kunkuni as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kunkuni is 61.74%. The male literacy rate is 74.11%, while the female literacy rate is 49.96%.