Kunjara
Kunjara is a village located in Lailunga tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Lailunga (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Kunjara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kunjara unique in its vibrant Lailunga-Raigarh region. You’ll see Kunjara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kunjara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kunjara is 434569. The village spans a total geographical area of 647.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496113. Lailunga is nearest town to Kunjara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kunjara 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 Lailundra 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 Kunjara
Population of Kunjara
According to the 2011 Census, Kunjara has a total population of about 1,872, with approximately 958 males and 914 females. The sex ratio is around 954 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 292 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 95 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 827. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.03%, with male literacy at about 60.86% and female literacy near 42.78%. There are around 450 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kunjara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,872 | 958 | 914 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 292 | 143 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 42 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 827 | 429 | 398 |
| Literate Population | 974 | 583 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 898 | 375 | 523 |
Connectivity of Kunjara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kunjara. As per the 2011 stats, Kunjara 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 Kunjara
Knowing the nearby villages of Kunjara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kunjara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kunjara
- Where is Kunjara located?
- Kunjara village is situated in Lailunga Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kunjara?
- Kunjara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kunjara?
- The pincode of Kunjara is 496113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kunjara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kunjara is 1,872, with 958 males and 914 females.
- How many households are there in Kunjara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kunjara village has a total of 450 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kunjara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kunjara is 52.03%. The male literacy rate is 60.86%, while the female literacy rate is 42.78%.