Gunja
Gunja is a village located in Jaipur subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.7km away from sub-district headquarter Jaipur (tehsildar office) and 46.8km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Baragram is the gram panchayat of Gunja village.
Gunja has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Gunja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gunja is 329863. The village spans a total geographical area of 329.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723103. Puruliya is nearest town to Gunja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Gunja
Population of Gunja
Below is a concise population overview of Gunja 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 | 1,850 | 966 | 884 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 142 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 248 | 123 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,122 | 713 | 409 |
| Illiterate Population | 728 | 253 | 475 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gunja village:
- The total population of Gunja village is around 1,850, including approximately 966 males and 884 females, with a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 255 children aged 0–6 years in Gunja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gunja village has 248 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 28 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gunja village is about 60.65%, with male literacy at 73.81% and female literacy at 46.27%.
- There are around 315 households in Gunja village.
Connectivity of Gunja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gunja. As per the 2011 stats, Gunja 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gunja
Knowing the nearby villages of Gunja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gunja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gunja
- Where is Gunja located?
- Gunja village is situated in Jaipur Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gunja?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gunja is Baragram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gunja?
- The pincode of Gunja is 723103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gunja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gunja is 1,850, with 966 males and 884 females.
- How many households are there in Gunja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gunja village has a total of 315 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gunja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gunja is 60.65%. The male literacy rate is 73.81%, while the female literacy rate is 46.27%.