Junnapani - Daundilohara, Balod
Junnapani is a village situated in the Daundilohara tehsil of Balod district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 33 km from Dondiluhara and around 100 km from Durg. Junnapani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Junnapani is 443075. The village covers a total geographical area of 610.02 hectares and falls under the 491665 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Junnapani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dondi Lohara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Junnapani
As per Census 2011, Junnapani village has a total population of 901 people, consisting of 438 males and 463 females. The village has 193 households and a sex ratio of 1,057 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 588 literate and 313 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 378 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Junnapani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 901 | 438 | 463 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 54 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 378 | 180 | 198 |
| Literate Population | 588 | 330 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 313 | 108 | 205 |
Nearby Villages of Junnapani
Junnapani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bharri Tola | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Nangu Tola | East | 2.11 km |
| Jarradih | West | 2.14 km |
| Chikhala Kasa | North-West | 2.56 km |
| Bhima Tola | North-East | 2.91 km |
| Mangchuwa | South | 3.13 km |
| Maras Kola | South-West | 3.40 km |
| Uchaipur | West | 3.52 km |
| Lalu Tola | North | 3.90 km |
| Rengadabri | East | 4.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Junnapani
Junnapani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kusumkasa, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambagarh Chowki to Junnapani is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Durg to Junnapani is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Junnapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Junnapani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Junnapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Junnapani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Junnapani
Where is Junnapani located?
Junnapani village is located in Daundilohara Tehsil, Balod district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Junnapani?
Junnapani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Junnapani?
The pincode of Junnapani is 491665.
What is the population of Junnapani?
Junnapani has a total population of 901, including 438 males and 463 females.
How many households are there in Junnapani?
There are 193 households in Junnapani.
What is the literacy rate in Junnapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Junnapani is 65.26%. Male literacy is 75.34% and female literacy is 55.72%.