Junga - Junga, Shimla
Junga is a village situated in the Junga tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Junga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Junga is 024844. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.32 hectares and falls under the 171218 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Junga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Junga
According to the 2011 Census, Junga village had a total population of 234 people, including 126 males and 108 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.75%, with male literacy at 98.26% and female literacy at 85.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 122.
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 | 234 | 126 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 67 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 113 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 13 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Junga
Junga 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 Junga
Junga 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 Shimla to Junga is about 26 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 Junga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Junga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Junga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Junga 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Junga
Where is Junga located?
Junga village is located in Junga Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Junga?
Junga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Junga?
The pincode of Junga is 171218.
What is the population of Junga?
Junga had a total population of 234, including 126 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Junga?
Junga had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Junga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Junga was 92.75%. Male literacy was 98.26% and female literacy was 85.87%.