Kunjar - Gurundia, Sundargarh
Kunjar is a village situated in the Gurundia tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurundia and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Tamparkela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kunjar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunjar is 385008. The village covers a total geographical area of 688 hectares and falls under the 770043 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 370 km away.
Kunjar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kunjar
According to the 2011 Census, Kunjar village had a total population of 606 people, including 317 males and 289 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.71%, with male literacy at 81.32% and female literacy at 61.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 567.
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 | 606 | 317 | 289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 60 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 567 | 298 | 269 |
| Literate Population | 360 | 209 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 108 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Kunjar
Kunjar 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 Kunjar
Public transport in the Kunjar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Kunjar is about 370 km, with a usual travel time of around ~10.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Kunjar is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunjar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunjar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kunjar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunjar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kunjar
Where is Kunjar located?
Kunjar village is located in Gurundia Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunjar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kunjar is Tamparkela.
What is the pincode of Kunjar?
The pincode of Kunjar is 770043.
What is the population of Kunjar?
Kunjar had a total population of 606, including 317 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Kunjar?
Kunjar had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kunjar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunjar was 71.71%. Male literacy was 81.32% and female literacy was 61.63%.