Kunja
Kunja is a village located in Vikasnagar tehsil of Dehradun district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Vikasnagar (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Dehradun. As per 2009 stats, Kunja village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kunja unique in its vibrant Vikasnagar-Dehradun region. You’ll see Kunja’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kunja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kunja is 045025. The village spans a total geographical area of 181.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 248142. Herbertpur is nearest town to Kunja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kunja
Population of Kunja
According to the 2011 Census, Kunja has a total population of about 2,364, with approximately 1,222 males and 1,142 females. The sex ratio is around 934 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 434 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 13 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,046. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.08%, with male literacy at about 56.55% and female literacy near 43.17%. There are around 440 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kunja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,364 | 1,222 | 1,142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 434 | 214 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,046 | 555 | 491 |
| Literate Population | 1,184 | 691 | 493 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,180 | 531 | 649 |
Connectivity of Kunja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kunja. As per the 2011 stats, Kunja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kunja
Knowing the nearby villages of Kunja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kunja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kunja
- Where is Kunja located?
- Kunja village is situated in Vikasnagar Tehsil, within the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kunja?
- Kunja serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kunja?
- The pincode of Kunja is 248142, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kunja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kunja is 2,364, with 1,222 males and 1,142 females.
- How many households are there in Kunja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kunja village has a total of 440 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kunja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kunja is 50.08%. The male literacy rate is 56.55%, while the female literacy rate is 43.17%.