Junwani
Junwani is a village located in Masturi tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Masturi (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Junwani village is also a gram panchayat.
Junwani has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur 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 Junwani
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Junwani is 438876. The village spans a total geographical area of 447.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495551. Bilaspur is nearest town to Junwani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Junwani village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Masturi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Junwani
Population of Junwani
Below is a concise population overview of Junwani 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 | 1,216 | 615 | 601 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 93 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 311 | 161 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 583 | 379 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 633 | 236 | 397 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Junwani village:
- The total population of Junwani village is around 1,216, including approximately 615 males and 601 females, with a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 192 children aged 0–6 years in Junwani village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Junwani village has 311 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Junwani village is about 47.94%, with male literacy at 61.63% and female literacy at 33.94%.
- There are around 335 households in Junwani village.
Connectivity of Junwani
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Junwani. As per the 2011 stats, Junwani had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Junwani
Knowing the nearby villages of Junwani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Junwani.
Frequently Asked Questions about Junwani
- Where is Junwani located?
- Junwani village is situated in Masturi Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Junwani?
- Junwani serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Junwani?
- The pincode of Junwani is 495551, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Junwani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Junwani is 1,216, with 615 males and 601 females.
- How many households are there in Junwani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Junwani village has a total of 335 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Junwani as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Junwani is 47.94%. The male literacy rate is 61.63%, while the female literacy rate is 33.94%.