Kunja
Kunja is a village located in Konark tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Konark (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Kurujanga is the gram panchayat of Kunja village.
Here you can discover what makes Kunja unique in its vibrant Konark-Puri region. You’ll see Kunja’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 Kunja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kunja is 409345. The village spans a total geographical area of 207 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752111. Konark is nearest town to Kunja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Kunja
Population of Kunja
According to the 2011 Census, Kunja has a total population of about 767, with approximately 402 males and 365 females. The sex ratio is around 907 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 77 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 150 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 86.31%, with male literacy at about 87.56% and female literacy near 84.93%. There are around 154 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kunja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 767 | 402 | 365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 43 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 80 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 662 | 352 | 310 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 50 | 55 |
Connectivity of Kunja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kunja. As per the 2011 stats, Kunja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kunja
Knowing the nearby villages of Kunja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kunja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kunja
- Where is Kunja located?
- Kunja village is situated in Konark Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kunja?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kunja is Kurujanga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kunja?
- The pincode of Kunja is 752111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kunja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kunja is 767, with 402 males and 365 females.
- How many households are there in Kunja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kunja village has a total of 154 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kunja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kunja is 86.31%. The male literacy rate is 87.56%, while the female literacy rate is 84.93%.