Hunjan - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Hunjan is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Ramalenka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hunjan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hunjan is 410241. The village covers a total geographical area of 297 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Hunjan 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 Hunjan
According to the 2011 Census, Hunjan village had a total population of 274 people, including 128 males and 146 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,141 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.76%, with male literacy at 38.39% and female literacy at 31.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 221.
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 | 274 | 128 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 16 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 99 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 43 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 85 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Hunjan
Hunjan 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 Hunjan
Hunjan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Hunjan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Brahmapur to Hunjan is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Hunjan is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hunjan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hunjan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hunjan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hunjan 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 Hunjan
Where is Hunjan located?
Hunjan village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hunjan?
The Gram Panchayat of Hunjan is Ramalenka.
What is the pincode of Hunjan?
The pincode of Hunjan is 752032.
What is the population of Hunjan?
Hunjan had a total population of 274, including 128 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Hunjan?
Hunjan had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hunjan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hunjan was 34.76%. Male literacy was 38.39% and female literacy was 31.40%.