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.

Kunja has its own place in the vibrant Puri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Kunja

Below is a concise population overview of Kunja as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kunja village:

  • The total population of Kunja village is around 767, including approximately 402 males and 365 females, with a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 77 children aged 0–6 years in Kunja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kunja village has 150 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kunja village is about 86.31%, with male literacy at 87.56% and female literacy at 84.93%.
  • There are around 154 households in Kunja village.

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.

Orei Naranpur Jamatala Kurujang Bhanapur Champahar Dudhiabar Jamara Godhanpada Guhalpur Odasamul

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%.