Junga
Junga is a village located in Junga tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 26km away from district headquarter Junga. Junga is the sub-district headquarter of Junga village. As per 2009 stats, Junga village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Junga unique in its vibrant Junga-Shimla region. You’ll see Junga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Junga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Junga is 024844. The village spans a total geographical area of 80.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173217. Shimla is nearest town to Junga village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Junga village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Junga
Population of Junga
According to the 2011 Census, Junga has a total population of about 234, with approximately 126 males and 108 females. The sex ratio is around 857 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 27 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 122 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.05%, with male literacy at about 89.68% and female literacy near 73.15%. There are around 43 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Junga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 192 | 113 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 13 | 29 |
Connectivity of Junga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Junga. As per the 2011 stats, Junga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Junga
Knowing the nearby villages of Junga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Junga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Junga
- Where is Junga located?
- Junga village is situated in Junga Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Junga?
- Junga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Junga?
- The pincode of Junga is 173217, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Junga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Junga is 234, with 126 males and 108 females.
- How many households are there in Junga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Junga village has a total of 43 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Junga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Junga is 82.05%. The male literacy rate is 89.68%, while the female literacy rate is 73.15%.