Junwani - Raigarh
Junwani is a village situated in the Raigarh tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from Raigarh, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Nawapara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Junwani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Junwani is 434882. The village covers a total geographical area of 168 hectares and falls under the 496001 pincode. Raigarh is the nearest town, located about 25 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 Kharsia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Junwani
As per Census 2011, Junwani village has a total population of 449 people, consisting of 235 males and 214 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 317 literate and 132 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 50 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Junwani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 449 | 235 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 35 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 317 | 179 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 56 | 76 |
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
Junwani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Junwani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raigarh to Junwani is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Junwani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Junwani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Junwani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Junwani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Junwani
Where is Junwani located?
Junwani village is located in Raigarh Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Junwani?
The Gram Panchayat of Junwani is Nawapara.
What is the pincode of Junwani?
The pincode of Junwani is 496001.
What is the population of Junwani?
Junwani has a total population of 449, including 235 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Junwani?
There are 114 households in Junwani.
What is the literacy rate in Junwani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Junwani is 70.60%. Male literacy is 76.17% and female literacy is 64.49%.