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.
Kunja has its own place in the vibrant Dehradun region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Kunja as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kunja village:
- The total population of Kunja village is around 2,364, including approximately 1,222 males and 1,142 females, with a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 434 children aged 0–6 years in Kunja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kunja village has 13 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,046 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kunja village is about 50.08%, with male literacy at 56.55% and female literacy at 43.17%.
- There are around 440 households in Kunja village.
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%.