Junwani - Rengakharkala, Kabeerdham
Junwani is a village situated in the Rengakharkala tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 64 km from Bodla and around 30 km from Kawardha. Boria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Junwani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Junwani is 439541. The village covers a total geographical area of 269.69 hectares and falls under the 491995 pincode. Sahaspur-lohara is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Junwani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the KAWARDHA Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Junwani
According to the 2011 Census, Junwani village had a total population of 443 people, including 221 males and 222 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.52%, with male literacy at 71.66% and female literacy at 47.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 116, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 153.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 443 | 221 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 58 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 153 | 66 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 134 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 87 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Junwani
Junwani is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Junwani
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sahaspur-lohara to Junwani is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Junwani is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Junwani
Where is Junwani located?
Junwani village is located in Rengakharkala Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Junwani?
The Gram Panchayat of Junwani is Boria.
What is the pincode of Junwani?
The pincode of Junwani is 491995.
What is the population of Junwani?
Junwani had a total population of 443, including 221 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Junwani?
Junwani had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Junwani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Junwani was 59.52%. Male literacy was 71.66% and female literacy was 47.64%.