Junwani - Sihora, Jabalpur
Junwani is a village situated in the Sihora tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihora and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Kachnari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Junwani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Junwani is 489149. The village covers a total geographical area of 158.6 hectares and falls under the 483222 pincode. Sihora is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Junwani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Junwani
As per Census 2011, Junwani village has a total population of 685 people, consisting of 355 males and 330 females. The village has 156 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 480 literate and 205 illiterate residents. Additionally, 99 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 68 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Junwani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 685 | 355 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 50 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 49 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 36 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 480 | 287 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 68 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Junwani
Junwani 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 Junwani
Public transport in the Junwani is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Sihora to Junwani is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Junwani is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Junwani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Junwani 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Junwani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Junwani 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 Junwani
Where is Junwani located?
Junwani village is located in Sihora Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Junwani?
The Gram Panchayat of Junwani is Kachnari.
What is the pincode of Junwani?
The pincode of Junwani is 483222.
What is the population of Junwani?
Junwani has a total population of 685, including 355 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Junwani?
There are 156 households in Junwani.
What is the literacy rate in Junwani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Junwani is 70.07%. Male literacy is 80.85% and female literacy is 58.48%.