Jungawani - Amarwara, Chhindwara
Jungawani is a village situated in the Amarwara tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amarwara and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Jungawani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jungawani is 494002. The village covers a total geographical area of 169.31 hectares and falls under the 480221 pincode. Amarwara is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Jungawani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jungawani
According to the 2011 Census, Jungawani village had a total population of 916 people, including 464 males and 452 females, living in 187 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.81%, with male literacy at 86.27% and female literacy at 63.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 916 | 464 | 452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 56 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 606 | 352 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 112 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Jungawani
Jungawani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bicchhua | North-West | 1.64 km |
| Gadha Daryaw | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Hirri | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Gadarwada | West | 2.34 km |
| Jamuniya Bhura | South | 3.07 km |
| Morkha | North-West | 3.54 km |
| Surli | North | 4.34 km |
| Mohli Bharat | South | 4.60 km |
| Bori Raiyatwari | South-East | 4.66 km |
| Jillehari | West | 4.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jungawani
Jungawani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jhilmili, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amarwara to Jungawani is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Jungawani is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jungawani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jungawani 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 Jungawani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jungawani 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 Jungawani
Where is Jungawani located?
Jungawani village is located in Amarwara Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jungawani?
Jungawani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jungawani?
The pincode of Jungawani is 480221.
What is the population of Jungawani?
Jungawani had a total population of 916, including 464 males and 452 females.
How many households are there in Jungawani?
Jungawani had 187 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jungawani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jungawani was 74.81%. Male literacy was 86.27% and female literacy was 63.18%.