Junawani - Athner, Betul
Junawani is a village situated in the Athner tehsil of Betul district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Athner and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Betul. Borpani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Junawani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Junawani is 485469. The village covers a total geographical area of 517.15 hectares and falls under the 460110 pincode. Athner is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Junawani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Betul Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Junawani
As per Census 2011, Junawani village has a total population of 546 people, consisting of 281 males and 265 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 197 literate and 349 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 513 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Junawani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 546 | 281 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 48 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 513 | 266 | 247 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 121 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 349 | 160 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Junawani
Junawani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Borpani | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Gohanda | North | 2.43 km |
| Pandhurna | South-West | 2.57 km |
| Babarya | West | 3.02 km |
| Mandhvi | South-East | 3.33 km |
| Patra | North-West | 3.40 km |
| Dhondkheda | South | 4.12 km |
| Siwanpat | North-East | 4.34 km |
| Bijasani | East | 4.39 km |
| Musakhedi | East | 4.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Junawani
Junawani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Betul, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Athner to Junawani is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Betul to Junawani is about 35 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 Junawani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Junawani 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Junawani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Junawani 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Junawani
Where is Junawani located?
Junawani village is located in Athner Tehsil, Betul district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Junawani?
The Gram Panchayat of Junawani is Borpani.
What is the pincode of Junawani?
The pincode of Junawani is 460110.
What is the population of Junawani?
Junawani has a total population of 546, including 281 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Junawani?
There are 114 households in Junawani.
What is the literacy rate in Junawani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Junawani is 36.08%. Male literacy is 43.06% and female literacy is 28.68%.