Junas - Churah, Chamba
Junas is a village situated in the Churah tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 100 km from Chamba. Junas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Junas is 006807. The village covers a total geographical area of 459 hectares and falls under the 176316 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Junas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Churah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Junas
As per Census 2011, Junas village has a total population of 1,018 people, consisting of 542 males and 476 females. The village has 195 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 160 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 518 literate and 500 illiterate residents. Additionally, 126 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Junas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,018 | 542 | 476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 76 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 59 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 518 | 328 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 500 | 214 | 286 |
Nearby Villages of Junas
Junas 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 Junas
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Junas.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Junas is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Junas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Junas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Junas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Junas 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 Junas
Where is Junas located?
Junas village is located in Churah Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Junas?
Junas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Junas?
The pincode of Junas is 176316.
What is the population of Junas?
Junas has a total population of 1,018, including 542 males and 476 females.
How many households are there in Junas?
There are 195 households in Junas.
What is the literacy rate in Junas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Junas is 50.88%. Male literacy is 60.52% and female literacy is 39.92%.