Kunjaria - Gurundia, Sundargarh
Kunjaria is a village situated in the Gurundia tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurundia and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Kundheidiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kunjaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunjaria is 385037. The village covers a total geographical area of 248 hectares and falls under the 770043 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Kunjaria 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 Kunjaria
As per Census 2011, Kunjaria village has a total population of 393 people, consisting of 196 males and 197 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 222 literate and 171 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 359 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kunjaria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 393 | 196 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 28 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 359 | 178 | 181 |
| Literate Population | 222 | 128 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 68 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Kunjaria
Kunjaria 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 Kunjaria
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Kunjaria.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Kunjaria is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Kunjaria is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunjaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunjaria 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kunjaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunjaria 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kunjaria
Where is Kunjaria located?
Kunjaria village is located in Gurundia Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunjaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Kunjaria is Kundheidiha.
What is the pincode of Kunjaria?
The pincode of Kunjaria is 770043.
What is the population of Kunjaria?
Kunjaria has a total population of 393, including 196 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Kunjaria?
There are 102 households in Kunjaria.
What is the literacy rate in Kunjaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunjaria is 56.49%. Male literacy is 65.31% and female literacy is 47.72%.