Kunjabana - Ranapur, Nayagarh
Kunjabana is a village situated in the Ranapur tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranapur and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Brajarajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kunjabana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunjabana is 406974. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 752026 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kunjabana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kunjabana
According to the 2011 Census, Kunjabana village had a total population of 733 people, including 389 males and 344 females, living in 148 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.34%, with male literacy at 83.63% and female literacy at 76.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 733 | 389 | 344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 47 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 527 | 286 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 103 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Kunjabana
Kunjabana 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 Kunjabana
Kunjabana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kunjabana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nayagarh to Kunjabana is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunjabana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunjabana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kunjabana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunjabana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kunjabana
Where is Kunjabana located?
Kunjabana village is located in Ranapur Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunjabana?
The Gram Panchayat of Kunjabana is Brajarajpur.
What is the pincode of Kunjabana?
The pincode of Kunjabana is 752026.
What is the population of Kunjabana?
Kunjabana had a total population of 733, including 389 males and 344 females.
How many households are there in Kunjabana?
Kunjabana had 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kunjabana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunjabana was 80.34%. Male literacy was 83.63% and female literacy was 76.75%.