Kunarpur - Derabish, Kendrapara
Kunarpur is a village situated in the Derabish tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Derabish and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Golarahat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kunarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunarpur is 396660. The village covers a total geographical area of 128 hectares and falls under the 754208 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Kunarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patkura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kunarpur
As per Census 2011, Kunarpur village has a total population of 554 people, consisting of 278 males and 276 females. The village has 140 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 444 literate and 110 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kunarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 554 | 278 | 276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 22 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 37 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 444 | 241 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 37 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Kunarpur
Kunarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baliapada | South-East | 0.53 km |
| Diapada | North-East | 0.77 km |
| Chasakhanda | North-West | 0.93 km |
| Bishok | South-East | 1.20 km |
| Dandasiha | North-East | 1.32 km |
| Narua | North | 1.51 km |
| Kajipurpatna | North-West | 1.64 km |
| Deshpur | West | 1.79 km |
| Adhanga Mallikeswarpur | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Baiyarijanthimul | South-East | 2.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kunarpur
Kunarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Banbihari Gwalipur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendrapara to Kunarpur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Kunarpur is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kunarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunarpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kunarpur
Where is Kunarpur located?
Kunarpur village is located in Derabish Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kunarpur is Golarahat.
What is the pincode of Kunarpur?
The pincode of Kunarpur is 754208.
What is the population of Kunarpur?
Kunarpur has a total population of 554, including 278 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Kunarpur?
There are 140 households in Kunarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Kunarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunarpur is 80.14%. Male literacy is 86.69% and female literacy is 73.55%.