Junnarpada - Dahanu, Palghar
Junnarpada is a village situated in the Dahanu tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from Dahanu and around 85 km from Thane. Saravali serves as the Village Panchayat for Junnarpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Junnarpada is 551602. The village covers a total geographical area of 3166 hectares and falls under the 401602 pincode. Dahanu is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Junnarpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dahanu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Junnarpada
According to the 2011 Census, Junnarpada village had a total population of 3,245 people, including 1,553 males and 1,692 females, living in 679 households. The sex ratio was 1,090 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.20%, with male literacy at 52.32% and female literacy at 35.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3,172.
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 | 3,245 | 1,553 | 1,692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 553 | 282 | 271 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,172 | 1,523 | 1,649 |
| Literate Population | 1,163 | 665 | 498 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,082 | 888 | 1,194 |
Nearby Villages of Junnarpada
Junnarpada 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 Junnarpada
Junnarpada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Junnarpada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dahanu to Junnarpada is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Junnarpada is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Junnarpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Junnarpada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Junnarpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Junnarpada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Junnarpada
Where is Junnarpada located?
Junnarpada village is located in Dahanu Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Junnarpada?
The Village Panchayat of Junnarpada is Saravali.
What is the pincode of Junnarpada?
The pincode of Junnarpada is 401602.
What is the population of Junnarpada?
Junnarpada had a total population of 3,245, including 1,553 males and 1,692 females.
How many households are there in Junnarpada?
Junnarpada had 679 households.
What is the literacy rate in Junnarpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Junnarpada was 43.20%. Male literacy was 52.32% and female literacy was 35.05%.