Gunjara - Brahmagiri, Puri
Gunjara is a village situated in the Brahmagiri tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Brahmagiri and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Manapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gunjara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gunjara is 409944. The village covers a total geographical area of 108 hectares and falls under the 752011 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Gunjara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gunjara
According to the 2011 Census, Gunjara village had a total population of 938 people, including 486 males and 452 females, living in 165 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.53%, with male literacy at 81.29% and female literacy at 65.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 71.
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 | 938 | 486 | 452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 53 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 34 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 614 | 352 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 324 | 134 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Gunjara
Gunjara 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 Gunjara
Public transport in the Gunjara is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Gunjara is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Gunjara is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gunjara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gunjara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gunjara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gunjara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gunjara
Where is Gunjara located?
Gunjara village is located in Brahmagiri Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gunjara?
The Gram Panchayat of Gunjara is Manapada.
What is the pincode of Gunjara?
The pincode of Gunjara is 752011.
What is the population of Gunjara?
Gunjara had a total population of 938, including 486 males and 452 females.
How many households are there in Gunjara?
Gunjara had 165 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gunjara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gunjara was 73.53%. Male literacy was 81.29% and female literacy was 65.17%.