Kunkuri Kalan - Batouli, Surguja
Kunkuri Kalan is a village situated in the Batouli tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batouli and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Kunkuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kunkuri Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunkuri Kalan is 433527. The village covers a total geographical area of 411.26 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Kunkuri Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kunkuri Kalan
As per Census 2011, Kunkuri Kalan village has a total population of 2,083 people, consisting of 1,017 males and 1,066 females. The village has 465 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 227 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,388 literate and 695 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,303 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kunkuri Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,083 | 1,017 | 1,066 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 111 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,303 | 615 | 688 |
| Literate Population | 1,388 | 751 | 637 |
| Illiterate Population | 695 | 266 | 429 |
Nearby Villages of Kunkuri Kalan
Kunkuri Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Batauli | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Paprenga | East | 2.05 km |
| Khaddhuwa | West | 2.49 km |
| Saraswatipur | South | 2.73 km |
| Selma | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Bilaspur | North-East | 3.23 km |
| Deori | North | 3.33 km |
| Bhatko | South-West | 3.35 km |
| Basen | South-East | 4.02 km |
| Tedga | North-East | 4.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kunkuri Kalan
Kunkuri Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitapur to Kunkuri Kalan is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Kunkuri Kalan is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunkuri Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunkuri Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kunkuri Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunkuri Kalan 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 Kunkuri Kalan
Where is Kunkuri Kalan located?
Kunkuri Kalan village is located in Batouli Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunkuri Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kunkuri Kalan is Kunkuri.
What is the pincode of Kunkuri Kalan?
The pincode of Kunkuri Kalan is 497101.
What is the population of Kunkuri Kalan?
Kunkuri Kalan has a total population of 2,083, including 1,017 males and 1,066 females.
How many households are there in Kunkuri Kalan?
There are 465 households in Kunkuri Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Kunkuri Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunkuri Kalan is 66.63%. Male literacy is 73.84% and female literacy is 59.76%.