Kujanga - Kujang, Jagatsinghapur
Kujanga is a village situated in the Kujang tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kujang and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Kujanga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kujanga is 397210. The village covers a total geographical area of 154 hectares and falls under the 754141 pincode. Paradip is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kujanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paradeep Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kujanga
As per Census 2011, Kujanga village has a total population of 3,686 people, consisting of 1,914 males and 1,772 females. The village has 825 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 367 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,003 literate and 683 illiterate residents. Additionally, 312 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kujanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,686 | 1,914 | 1,772 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 367 | 188 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 312 | 160 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 3,003 | 1,631 | 1,372 |
| Illiterate Population | 683 | 283 | 400 |
Nearby Villages of Kujanga
Kujanga 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 Kujanga
Kujanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kujanga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Paradip to Kujanga is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Kujanga is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kujanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kujanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kujanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kujanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kujanga
Where is Kujanga located?
Kujanga village is located in Kujang Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kujanga?
Kujanga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kujanga?
The pincode of Kujanga is 754141.
What is the population of Kujanga?
Kujanga has a total population of 3,686, including 1,914 males and 1,772 females.
How many households are there in Kujanga?
There are 825 households in Kujanga.
What is the literacy rate in Kujanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kujanga is 81.47%. Male literacy is 85.21% and female literacy is 77.43%.