Jurunga - Sonahatu, Ranchi
Jurunga is a village situated in the Sonahatu subdivision of Ranchi district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonahatu and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Ranchi. Harin serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jurunga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jurunga is 373919. The village covers a total geographical area of 126.36 hectares and falls under the 834001 pincode.
Jurunga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Jurunga
According to the 2011 Census, Jurunga village had a total population of 561 people, including 291 males and 270 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.39%, with male literacy at 79.27% and female literacy at 52.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 561 | 291 | 270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 45 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 320 | 195 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 96 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Jurunga
Jurunga 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 Jurunga
Public transport in the Jurunga is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Ranchi to Jurunga is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jurunga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jurunga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jurunga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jurunga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jurunga
Where is Jurunga located?
Jurunga village is located in Sonahatu Subdivision, Ranchi district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jurunga?
The Gram Panchayat of Jurunga is Harin.
What is the pincode of Jurunga?
The pincode of Jurunga is 834001.
What is the population of Jurunga?
Jurunga had a total population of 561, including 291 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Jurunga?
Jurunga had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jurunga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jurunga was 66.39%. Male literacy was 79.27% and female literacy was 52.97%.