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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Junas village had a total population of 1,018 people, including 542 males and 476 females, living in 195 households. The sex ratio was 878 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.37%, with male literacy at 70.39% and female literacy at 48.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 126, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,018 | 542 | 476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 76 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 59 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 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 had a total population of 1,018, including 542 males and 476 females.
How many households are there in Junas?
Junas had 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Junas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Junas was 60.37%. Male literacy was 70.39% and female literacy was 48.47%.