Kunariya (Jam) - Bhuj, Kachchh
Kunariya (Jam) is a village situated in the Bhuj taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 83 km from Bhuj, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Jamkunariya Juth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kunariya (Jam) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunariya (Jam) is 506770. The village covers a total geographical area of 8593.82 hectares and falls under the 370510 pincode. Bhuj is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Kunariya (Jam) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhuj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kachchh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kunariya (Jam)
As per Census 2011, Kunariya (Jam) village has a total population of 2,533 people, consisting of 1,287 males and 1,246 females. The village has 535 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 594 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 848 literate and 1,685 illiterate residents. Additionally, 216 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 49 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kunariya (Jam) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,533 | 1,287 | 1,246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 594 | 290 | 304 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 216 | 106 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 848 | 536 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,685 | 751 | 934 |
Nearby Villages of Kunariya (Jam)
Kunariya (Jam) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kunariya (Jam)
Kunariya (Jam) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Kunariya (Jam) has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bhuj to Kunariya (Jam) is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunariya (Jam)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunariya (Jam) 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 Kunariya (Jam)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunariya (Jam) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kunariya (Jam)
Where is Kunariya (Jam) located?
Kunariya (Jam) village is located in Bhuj Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunariya (Jam)?
The Gram Panchayat of Kunariya (Jam) is Jamkunariya Juth.
What is the pincode of Kunariya (Jam)?
The pincode of Kunariya (Jam) is 370510.
What is the population of Kunariya (Jam)?
Kunariya (Jam) has a total population of 2,533, including 1,287 males and 1,246 females.
How many households are there in Kunariya (Jam)?
There are 535 households in Kunariya (Jam).
What is the literacy rate in Kunariya (Jam)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunariya (Jam) is 33.48%. Male literacy is 41.65% and female literacy is 25.04%.