Junapani - Chachaura, Guna
Junapani is a village situated in the Chachaura tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chachaura and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Meriyakhedi Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Junapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Junapani is 499850. The village covers a total geographical area of 399 hectares and falls under the 473118 pincode. Chachaura-binaganj is the nearest town, located about 15 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 Chachoura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Junapani
As per Census 2011, Junapani village has a total population of 831 people, consisting of 437 males and 394 females. The village has 182 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 174 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 199 literate and 632 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 664 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Junapani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 831 | 437 | 394 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 87 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 664 | 355 | 309 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 130 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 632 | 307 | 325 |
Nearby Villages of Junapani
Junapani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Merya Khedi Khurd | South | 1.62 km |
| Semlihat | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Konya Dang | East | 2.81 km |
| Pipalya Moti | North-East | 3.05 km |
| Khanpurya | South-West | 3.39 km |
| Kudriya | South | 3.43 km |
| Amaser | South-East | 3.73 km |
| Maharajpura | North | 3.98 km |
| Kala Pipal | South | 4.08 km |
| Chhorliya | West | 4.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Junapani
Junapani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Penchi, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chachaura-binaganj to Junapani is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Junapani is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chachaura Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Junapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Junapani is Meriyakhedi Khurd.
What is the pincode of Junapani?
The pincode of Junapani is 473118.
What is the population of Junapani?
Junapani has a total population of 831, including 437 males and 394 females.
How many households are there in Junapani?
There are 182 households in Junapani.
What is the literacy rate in Junapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Junapani is 23.95%. Male literacy is 29.75% and female literacy is 17.51%.