Junala - Ghumarwin, Bilaspur
Junala is a village situated in the Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Paplah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Junala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Junala is 018968. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.27 hectares and falls under the 174029 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Junala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Junala
According to the 2011 Census, Junala village had a total population of 112 people, including 55 males and 57 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.87%, with male literacy at 93.48% and female literacy at 81.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29.
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 | 112 | 55 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 43 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 12 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Junala
Junala 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 Junala
Junala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bilaspur to Junala is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Junala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Junala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Junala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Junala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Junala
Where is Junala located?
Junala village is located in Ghumarwin Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Junala?
The Gram Panchayat of Junala is Paplah.
What is the pincode of Junala?
The pincode of Junala is 174029.
What is the population of Junala?
Junala had a total population of 112, including 55 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Junala?
Junala had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Junala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Junala was 86.87%. Male literacy was 93.48% and female literacy was 81.13%.