Junoni - Sangole, Solapur
Junoni is a village situated in the Sangole tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sangole and around 148 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Junoni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Junoni is 562579. The village covers a total geographical area of 2242 hectares and falls under the 413307 pincode. Sangole is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Junoni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sangole Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Junoni
As per Census 2011, Junoni village has a total population of 4,245 people, consisting of 2,172 males and 2,073 females. The village has 769 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 581 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,546 literate and 1,699 illiterate residents. Additionally, 601 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Junoni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,245 | 2,172 | 2,073 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 581 | 302 | 279 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 601 | 299 | 302 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,546 | 1,480 | 1,066 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,699 | 692 | 1,007 |
Nearby Villages of Junoni
Junoni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalubaluwadi | South | 3.12 km |
| Goudwadi | North-West | 3.85 km |
| Jujarpur | East | 4.43 km |
| Tippehali | South-West | 5.24 km |
| Kola | West | 5.35 km |
| Hatid | North-East | 5.45 km |
| Buddhehal | North | 6.01 km |
| Ghorpadi | South | 6.52 km |
| Bevanur | South-East | 6.65 km |
| Gunappawadi | East | 6.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Junoni
Junoni is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gulvanchi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.8 km.
| 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 Sangole to Junoni is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Junoni is about 148 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Junoni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Junoni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Junoni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Junoni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Junoni
Where is Junoni located?
Junoni village is located in Sangole Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Junoni?
Junoni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Junoni?
The pincode of Junoni is 413307.
What is the population of Junoni?
Junoni has a total population of 4,245, including 2,172 males and 2,073 females.
How many households are there in Junoni?
There are 769 households in Junoni.
What is the literacy rate in Junoni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Junoni is 59.98%. Male literacy is 68.14% and female literacy is 51.42%.