Kunanga - Gop, Puri
Kunanga is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Konark and around 40 km from Puri. Banakhandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kunanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunanga is 409321. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 752111 pincode. Konark is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Kunanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kunanga
As per Census 2011, Kunanga village has a total population of 432 people, consisting of 224 males and 208 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 285 literate and 147 illiterate residents. Additionally, 224 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kunanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 432 | 224 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 28 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 224 | 116 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 285 | 154 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 70 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Kunanga
Kunanga 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 Kunanga
Kunanga is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Konark to Kunanga is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Kunanga is about 40 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 Kunanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunanga 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 Kunanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunanga 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kunanga
Where is Kunanga located?
Kunanga village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Kunanga is Banakhandi.
What is the pincode of Kunanga?
The pincode of Kunanga is 752111.
What is the population of Kunanga?
Kunanga has a total population of 432, including 224 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Kunanga?
There are 83 households in Kunanga.
What is the literacy rate in Kunanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunanga is 65.97%. Male literacy is 68.75% and female literacy is 62.98%.