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
As per Census 2011, Kunjam village has a total population of 104 people, consisting of 53 males and 51 females. The village has 17 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 59 literate and 45 illiterate residents. Additionally, 103 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kunjam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 104 | 53 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| 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 has a total population of 104, including 53 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Kunjam?
There are 17 households in Kunjam.
What is the literacy rate in Kunjam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunjam is 56.73%. Male literacy is 64.15% and female literacy is 49.02%.