Kuranja
Kuranja is a village located in Kanpur tehsil of Cuttack district in Odisha, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Kanpur (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Cuttack. As per 2009 stats, Balijhari is the gram panchayat of Kuranja village.
Here you can discover what makes Kuranja unique in its vibrant Kanpur-Cuttack region. You’ll see Kuranja’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 Kuranja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kuranja is 398632. The village spans a total geographical area of 122 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754037. Jagatsinghapur is nearest town to Kuranja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Kuranja
Population of Kuranja
According to the 2011 Census, Kuranja has a total population of about 1,863, with approximately 1,004 males and 859 females. The sex ratio is around 855 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 188 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 214 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.89%, with male literacy at about 82.07% and female literacy near 72.99%. There are around 451 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kuranja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,863 | 1,004 | 859 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 117 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 214 | 117 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,451 | 824 | 627 |
| Illiterate Population | 412 | 180 | 232 |
Connectivity of Kuranja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kuranja. As per the 2011 stats, Kuranja 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 Kuranja
Knowing the nearby villages of Kuranja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kuranja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kuranja
- Where is Kuranja located?
- Kuranja village is situated in Kanpur Tehsil, within the Cuttack district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kuranja?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kuranja is Balijhari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kuranja?
- The pincode of Kuranja is 754037, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kuranja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kuranja is 1,863, with 1,004 males and 859 females.
- How many households are there in Kuranja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kuranja village has a total of 451 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kuranja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kuranja is 77.89%. The male literacy rate is 82.07%, while the female literacy rate is 72.99%.