Junapani - Tongpal, Sukma
Junapani is a village situated in the Tongpal tehsil of Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from Darbha and around 60 km from Jagdalpur. Tahakwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Junapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Junapani is 449646. The village covers a total geographical area of 216.479 hectares and falls under the 494115 pincode. Jagdalpur is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Junapani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Konta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Junapani
According to the 2011 Census, Junapani village had a total population of 458 people, including 238 males and 220 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.09%, with male literacy at 51.98% and female literacy at 31.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 450.
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 | 458 | 238 | 220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 36 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 450 | 235 | 215 |
| Literate Population | 165 | 105 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 293 | 133 | 160 |
Transport and Connectivity of Junapani
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Junapani.
| 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 Jagdalpur to Junapani is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Junapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Junapani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Junapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Junapani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Junapani
Where is Junapani located?
Junapani village is located in Tongpal Tehsil, Sukma district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Junapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Junapani is Tahakwada.
What is the pincode of Junapani?
The pincode of Junapani is 494115.
What is the population of Junapani?
Junapani had a total population of 458, including 238 males and 220 females.
How many households are there in Junapani?
Junapani had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Junapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Junapani was 42.09%. Male literacy was 51.98% and female literacy was 31.58%.