Kunjaban - Ichagarh, Saraikela Kharsawan
Kunjaban is a village situated in the Ichagarh subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 11 km from Ichagarh. Patkum serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kunjaban village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunjaban is 378953. The village covers a total geographical area of 120 hectares and falls under the 833216 pincode. Jamshedpur is the nearest town.
Kunjaban village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ichagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranchi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kunjaban
According to the 2011 Census, Kunjaban village had a total population of 50 people, including 26 males and 24 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.64%, with male literacy at 54.17% and female literacy at 20.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50.
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 | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 13 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 13 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Kunjaban
Kunjaban 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bankasai | North-West | 1.02 km |
| Salbani | South-West | 1.30 km |
| Ichagarh | North | 1.61 km |
| Silda | South | 1.85 km |
| Patkum | East | 2.25 km |
| Budalong | West | 2.27 km |
| Wakatoriya | North-East | 2.54 km |
| Gaurang Kocha | South-East | 2.65 km |
| Chota Amra | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Lepatand | North-West | 2.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kunjaban
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kunjaban. The nearest railway station is Bakarkudi, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Kunjaban
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunjaban village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kunjaban
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunjaban village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kunjaban
Where is Kunjaban located?
Kunjaban village is located in Ichagarh Subdivision, Saraikela Kharsawan district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunjaban?
The Gram Panchayat of Kunjaban is Patkum.
What is the pincode of Kunjaban?
The pincode of Kunjaban is 833216.
What is the population of Kunjaban?
Kunjaban had a total population of 50, including 26 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Kunjaban?
Kunjaban had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kunjaban?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunjaban was 38.64%. Male literacy was 54.17% and female literacy was 20.00%.