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.
Here you can discover what makes Chuna unique in its vibrant Kashipur-Puruliya region. You’ll see Chuna’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 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.
Google Map of Chuna
Population of Chuna
According to the 2011 Census, Chuna has a total population of about 1,044, with approximately 545 males and 499 females. The sex ratio is around 915 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 135 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 218 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.80%, with male literacy at about 75.96% and female literacy near 54.71%. There are around 199 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chuna's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.