Jaunga
Jaunga is a village located in Gidam tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Geedam (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Javanga is the gram panchayat of Jaunga village.
Here you can discover what makes Jaunga unique in its vibrant Gidam-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Jaunga’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 Jaunga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jaunga is 450175. The village spans a total geographical area of 1508.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494441. Bade Bacheli is nearest town to Jaunga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jaunga 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 Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jaunga
Population of Jaunga
According to the 2011 Census, Jaunga has a total population of about 1,489, with approximately 710 males and 779 females. The sex ratio is around 1097 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 299 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,484. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.07%, with male literacy at about 47.46% and female literacy near 27.60%. There are around 300 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jaunga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,489 | 710 | 779 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 155 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,484 | 708 | 776 |
| Literate Population | 552 | 337 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 937 | 373 | 564 |
Connectivity of Jaunga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jaunga. As per the 2011 stats, Jaunga 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jaunga
Knowing the nearby villages of Jaunga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jaunga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jaunga
- Where is Jaunga located?
- Jaunga village is situated in Gidam Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jaunga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jaunga is Javanga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jaunga?
- The pincode of Jaunga is 494441, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jaunga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jaunga is 1,489, with 710 males and 779 females.
- How many households are there in Jaunga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jaunga village has a total of 300 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jaunga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jaunga is 37.07%. The male literacy rate is 47.46%, while the female literacy rate is 27.60%.