Kunjam
Kunjam is a village located in Khamar tehsil of Anugul district in Odisha, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Khamar (tehsildar office) and 86km away from district headquarter Anugul . As per 2009 stats, Kunjam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kunjam unique in its vibrant Khamar-Anugul region. You’ll see Kunjam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kunjam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kunjam is 403630. The village spans a total geographical area of 590 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759118. Palalahada is nearest town to Kunjam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Kunjam
Population of Kunjam
According to the 2011 Census, Kunjam has a total population of about 1,258, with approximately 645 males and 613 females. The sex ratio is around 950 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 159 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 228 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 334. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.25%, with male literacy at about 68.84% and female literacy near 51.22%. There are around 316 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kunjam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,258 | 645 | 613 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 82 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 114 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 334 | 173 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 758 | 444 | 314 |
| Illiterate Population | 500 | 201 | 299 |
Connectivity of Kunjam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kunjam. As per the 2011 stats, Kunjam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kunjam
Knowing the nearby villages of Kunjam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kunjam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kunjam
- Where is Kunjam located?
- Kunjam village is situated in Khamar Tehsil, within the Anugul district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kunjam?
- Kunjam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kunjam?
- The pincode of Kunjam is 759118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kunjam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kunjam is 1,258, with 645 males and 613 females.
- How many households are there in Kunjam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kunjam village has a total of 316 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kunjam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kunjam is 60.25%. The male literacy rate is 68.84%, while the female literacy rate is 51.22%.