Kunjam - Rajagangapur, Sundargarh
Kunjam is a village situated in the Rajagangapur tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajagangapur and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Chhatam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kunjam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunjam is 384248. The village covers a total geographical area of 78 hectares and falls under the 770017 pincode. Rajagangapur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Kunjam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kunjam
According to the 2011 Census, Kunjam village had a total population of 104 people, including 53 males and 51 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.41%, with male literacy at 73.91% and female literacy at 64.10%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 103.
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 | 104 | 53 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 103 | 52 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 34 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 19 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Kunjam
Kunjam 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 Kunjam
Kunjam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Rajagangapur to Kunjam is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Kunjam 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 Kunjam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunjam 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 Kunjam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunjam 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 Kunjam
Where is Kunjam located?
Kunjam village is located in Rajagangapur Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunjam?
The Gram Panchayat of Kunjam is Chhatam.
What is the pincode of Kunjam?
The pincode of Kunjam is 770017.
What is the population of Kunjam?
Kunjam had a total population of 104, including 53 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Kunjam?
Kunjam had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kunjam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunjam was 69.41%. Male literacy was 73.91% and female literacy was 64.10%.