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
As per Census 2011, Gunjara village has a total population of 938 people, consisting of 486 males and 452 females. The village has 165 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 614 literate and 324 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gunjara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 938 | 486 | 452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 53 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 34 | 37 |
| 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 has a total population of 938, including 486 males and 452 females.
How many households are there in Gunjara?
There are 165 households in Gunjara.
What is the literacy rate in Gunjara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gunjara is 65.46%. Male literacy is 72.43% and female literacy is 57.96%.