Chuna

Chuna is a village located in Kashipur subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.2km away from sub-district headquarter Kashipur (tehsildar office) and 38.1km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Sonaijuri is the gram panchayat of Chuna village.

Chuna 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 Chuna

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chuna is 330596. The village spans a total geographical area of 389.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723126. Raghunathpur is nearest town to Chuna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.

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Population of Chuna

Below is a concise population overview of Chuna as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,044 545 499
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 135 77 58
Scheduled Castes (SC) 218 119 99
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 687 414 273
Illiterate Population 357 131 226

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chuna village:

  • The total population of Chuna village is around 1,044, including approximately 545 males and 499 females, with a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 135 children aged 0–6 years in Chuna village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chuna village has 218 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Chuna village is about 65.80%, with male literacy at 75.96% and female literacy at 54.71%.
  • There are around 199 households in Chuna village.

Connectivity of Chuna

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chuna. As per the 2011 stats, Chuna had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chuna

Knowing the nearby villages of Chuna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chuna.

Dhanjor Kalyandi Kalyajhor Jihurbana Panrasol Banshraya Dalanbani Rudra Jorapukur Alias Sitarampur Bhabanipur Bar Ahartor

Frequently Asked Questions about Chuna

Where is Chuna located?
Chuna village is situated in Kashipur Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chuna?
The Gram Panchayat of Chuna is Sonaijuri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chuna?
The pincode of Chuna is 723126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chuna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chuna is 1,044, with 545 males and 499 females.
How many households are there in Chuna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chuna village has a total of 199 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chuna as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chuna is 65.80%. The male literacy rate is 75.96%, while the female literacy rate is 54.71%.