Gunja
Gunja is a village located in Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Nandapur (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Renga is the gram panchayat of Gunja village.
Here you can discover what makes Gunja unique in its vibrant Nandapur-Koraput region. You’ll see Gunja’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 Gunja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gunja is 429849. The village spans a total geographical area of 391 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764036. Koraput is nearest town to Gunja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 83km away.
Google Map of Gunja
Population of Gunja
According to the 2011 Census, Gunja has a total population of about 1,281, with approximately 629 males and 652 females. The sex ratio is around 1036 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 216 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 210 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 449. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.98%, with male literacy at about 50.08% and female literacy near 32.21%. There are around 335 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gunja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,281 | 629 | 652 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 107 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 102 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 449 | 222 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 525 | 315 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 756 | 314 | 442 |
Connectivity of Gunja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gunja. As per the 2011 stats, Gunja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gunja
Knowing the nearby villages of Gunja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gunja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gunja
- Where is Gunja located?
- Gunja village is situated in Nandapur Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gunja?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gunja is Renga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gunja?
- The pincode of Gunja is 764036, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gunja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gunja is 1,281, with 629 males and 652 females.
- How many households are there in Gunja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gunja village has a total of 335 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gunja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gunja is 40.98%. The male literacy rate is 50.08%, while the female literacy rate is 32.21%.