Junawani - Parasia, Chhindwara
Junawani is a village situated in the Parasia tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parasia and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Jamuniya Pathar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Junawani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Junawani is 494771. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 480441 pincode. Dongar Parasia is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Junawani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Junawani
As per Census 2011, Junawani village has a total population of 301 people, consisting of 153 males and 148 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 141 literate and 160 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 267 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Junawani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 301 | 153 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 267 | 133 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 86 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 67 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Junawani
Junawani 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 Junawani
Junawani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dongar Parasia to Junawani is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Junawani is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 >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 Parasia Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Junawani?
The Gram Panchayat of Junawani is Jamuniya Pathar.
What is the pincode of Junawani?
The pincode of Junawani is 480441.
What is the population of Junawani?
Junawani has a total population of 301, including 153 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Junawani?
There are 65 households in Junawani.
What is the literacy rate in Junawani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Junawani is 46.84%. Male literacy is 56.21% and female literacy is 37.16%.