Junewani - Lanji, Balaghat
Junewani is a village situated in the Lanji tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanji and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Ghoti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Junewani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Junewani is 498551. The village covers a total geographical area of 183.41 hectares and falls under the 481224 pincode. Lanji is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Junewani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Junewani
According to the 2011 Census, Junewani village had a total population of 625 people, including 311 males and 314 females, living in 150 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.96%, with male literacy at 92.36% and female literacy at 67.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 349.
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 | 625 | 311 | 314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 36 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 349 | 174 | 175 |
| Literate Population | 439 | 254 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 57 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Junewani
Junewani is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Naskatta | South | 1.30 km |
| Walegaon | East | 2.24 km |
| Khandafari | South | 2.61 km |
| Ghoti | North-East | 2.98 km |
| Pausera | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Thanegaon | South-West | 3.24 km |
| Khursitola | South-East | 3.70 km |
| Chichtola | North-West | 3.88 km |
| Serpar | South | 4.00 km |
| Manpur | West | 4.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Junewani
Junewani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Salekasa, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lanji to Junewani is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Junewani is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Junewani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Junewani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Junewani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Junewani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Junewani
Where is Junewani located?
Junewani village is located in Lanji Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Junewani?
The Gram Panchayat of Junewani is Ghoti.
What is the pincode of Junewani?
The pincode of Junewani is 481224.
What is the population of Junewani?
Junewani had a total population of 625, including 311 males and 314 females.
How many households are there in Junewani?
Junewani had 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Junewani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Junewani was 79.96%. Male literacy was 92.36% and female literacy was 67.52%.