Junwani - Akkalkuwa, Nandurbar
Junwani is a village situated in the Akkalkuwa tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkuwa and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Sakaliumbar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Junwani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Junwani is 525073. The village covers a total geographical area of 163 hectares and falls under the 425452 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Junwani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkuwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Junwani
According to the 2011 Census, Junwani village had a total population of 617 people, including 318 males and 299 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.28%, with male literacy at 68.80% and female literacy at 51.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 611.
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 | 617 | 318 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 68 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 611 | 315 | 296 |
| Literate Population | 299 | 172 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 146 | 172 |
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
Junwani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Talode to Junwani is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Junwani is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Junwani
Where is Junwani located?
Junwani village is located in Akkalkuwa Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Junwani?
The Gram Panchayat of Junwani is Sakaliumbar.
What is the pincode of Junwani?
The pincode of Junwani is 425452.
What is the population of Junwani?
Junwani had a total population of 617, including 318 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Junwani?
Junwani had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Junwani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Junwani was 60.28%. Male literacy was 68.80% and female literacy was 51.63%.