Kununum - Bandgaon, West Singhbhum
Kununum is a village situated in the Bandgaon subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 90 km from Kununum. Jalasar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kununum village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kununum is 377064. The village covers a total geographical area of 179.6 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode. Ranchi is the nearest town.
Kununum village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kununum
According to the 2011 Census, Kununum village had a total population of 172 people, including 91 males and 81 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.89%, with male literacy at 61.64% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 172.
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 | 172 | 91 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 172 | 91 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 45 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 46 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Kununum
Kununum 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Katidiri | East | 1.23 km |
| Koto | North-West | 1.64 km |
| Jaherbera | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Sunding | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Dudur | East | 2.26 km |
| Jalasar | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Kankusi | North | 2.38 km |
| Siangkel | South | 2.73 km |
| Chhotakesel | South | 3.08 km |
| Turang | West | 3.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kununum
Public transport in the Kununum is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pokla, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.2 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 | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Kununum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kununum village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kununum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kununum 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kununum
Where is Kununum located?
Kununum village is located in Bandgaon Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kununum?
The Gram Panchayat of Kununum is Jalasar.
What is the pincode of Kununum?
The pincode of Kununum is 833201.
What is the population of Kununum?
Kununum had a total population of 172, including 91 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Kununum?
Kununum had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kununum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kununum was 47.89%. Male literacy was 61.64% and female literacy was 33.33%.