Kunjapur - Salbani, Paschim Medinipur
Kunjapur is a village situated in the Salbani subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Lalgeria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kunjapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunjapur is 338792. The village covers a total geographical area of 26.07 hectares and falls under the 721516 pincode. Medinipur is the nearest town.
Kunjapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salboni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kunjapur
According to the 2011 Census, Kunjapur village had a total population of 137 people, including 70 males and 67 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.31%, with male literacy at 95.59% and female literacy at 95.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 137 | 70 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 65 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 5 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Kunjapur
Kunjapur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gohaldi | North-West | 0.57 km |
| Nurri | South-East | 0.88 km |
| Morlu | South | 0.88 km |
| Barakeundi | North-East | 1.10 km |
| Ghushidanga | East | 1.10 km |
| Sinhajora | West | 1.29 km |
| Chhotakeundi | East | 1.37 km |
| Jaypur | North-West | 1.43 km |
| Minapara | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Bandgara | West | 1.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kunjapur
Kunjapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Godapiasal, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Kunjapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunjapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kunjapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunjapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kunjapur
Where is Kunjapur located?
Kunjapur village is located in Salbani Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunjapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kunjapur is Lalgeria.
What is the pincode of Kunjapur?
The pincode of Kunjapur is 721516.
What is the population of Kunjapur?
Kunjapur had a total population of 137, including 70 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Kunjapur?
Kunjapur had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kunjapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunjapur was 95.31%. Male literacy was 95.59% and female literacy was 95.00%.