Kunjanala - Lephripara, Sundargarh
Kunjanala is a village situated in the Lephripara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lephripara and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Sarafgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kunjanala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunjanala is 383630. The village covers a total geographical area of 299 hectares and falls under the 770012 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Kunjanala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talsara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kunjanala
As per Census 2011, Kunjanala village has a total population of 272 people, consisting of 133 males and 139 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 134 literate and 138 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 184 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kunjanala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 272 | 133 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 184 | 91 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 78 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 55 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Kunjanala
Kunjanala 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 Kunjanala
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kunjanala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sundargarh to Kunjanala is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Kunjanala is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunjanala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunjanala 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kunjanala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunjanala 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 Kunjanala
Where is Kunjanala located?
Kunjanala village is located in Lephripara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunjanala?
The Gram Panchayat of Kunjanala is Sarafgarh.
What is the pincode of Kunjanala?
The pincode of Kunjanala is 770012.
What is the population of Kunjanala?
Kunjanala has a total population of 272, including 133 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Kunjanala?
There are 71 households in Kunjanala.
What is the literacy rate in Kunjanala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunjanala is 49.26%. Male literacy is 58.65% and female literacy is 40.29%.