Junej - Kutiyana, Porbandar
Junej is a village situated in the Kutiyana taluka of Porbandar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kutiyana and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Porbandar. Junej village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Junej is 514346. The village covers a total geographical area of 496.55 hectares and falls under the 362620 pincode. Bantwa is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Junej village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Junej
According to the 2011 Census, Junej village had a total population of 671 people, including 360 males and 311 females, living in 139 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.46%, with male literacy at 84.54% and female literacy at 63.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84.
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 | 671 | 360 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 43 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 46 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 446 | 268 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 92 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Junej
Junej 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 Junej
Public transport in the Junej is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bantwa to Junej is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Porbandar to Junej is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Junej
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Junej 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 Junej
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Junej 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 Junej
Where is Junej located?
Junej village is located in Kutiyana Taluka, Porbandar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Junej?
Junej is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Junej?
The pincode of Junej is 362620.
What is the population of Junej?
Junej had a total population of 671, including 360 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Junej?
Junej had 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Junej?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Junej was 74.46%. Male literacy was 84.54% and female literacy was 63.12%.