Junijawhar - Jawhar, Palghar
Junijawhar is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from Jawhar and around 107 km from Thane. Juni Jawhar serves as the Village Panchayat for Junijawhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Junijawhar is 551931. The village covers a total geographical area of 696 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Junijawhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Junijawhar
According to the 2011 Census, Junijawhar village had a total population of 382 people, including 188 males and 194 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.41%, with male literacy at 75.64% and female literacy at 55.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 367.
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 | 382 | 188 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 32 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 367 | 182 | 185 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 118 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 70 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Junijawhar
Junijawhar 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 Junijawhar
Junijawhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Jawhar to Junijawhar is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Junijawhar is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Junijawhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Junijawhar 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 Junijawhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Junijawhar 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Junijawhar
Where is Junijawhar located?
Junijawhar village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Junijawhar?
The Village Panchayat of Junijawhar is Juni Jawhar.
What is the pincode of Junijawhar?
The pincode of Junijawhar is 401603.
What is the population of Junijawhar?
Junijawhar had a total population of 382, including 188 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Junijawhar?
Junijawhar had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Junijawhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Junijawhar was 65.41%. Male literacy was 75.64% and female literacy was 55.56%.