Junapani - Dhar
Junapani is a village situated in the Dhar tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 62 km from Dhar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Junapani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Junapani is 474906. The village covers a total geographical area of 1016.81 hectares and falls under the 454010 pincode. Dhar is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Junapani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gandhwani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Junapani
According to the 2011 Census, Junapani village had a total population of 1,323 people, including 668 males and 655 females, living in 182 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.83%, with male literacy at 40.65% and female literacy at 36.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,319.
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 | 1,323 | 668 | 655 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 352 | 176 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,319 | 665 | 654 |
| Literate Population | 377 | 200 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 946 | 468 | 478 |
Nearby Villages of Junapani
Junapani 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 Junapani
Public transport in the Junapani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhar to Junapani is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Junapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Junapani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Junapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Junapani 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 Junapani
Where is Junapani located?
Junapani village is located in Dhar Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Junapani?
Junapani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Junapani?
The pincode of Junapani is 454010.
What is the population of Junapani?
Junapani had a total population of 1,323, including 668 males and 655 females.
How many households are there in Junapani?
Junapani had 182 households.
What is the literacy rate in Junapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Junapani was 38.83%. Male literacy was 40.65% and female literacy was 36.95%.