Junanimal - Saintala, Balangir
Junanimal is a village situated in the Saintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saintala and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Kermeli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Junanimal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Junanimal is 421073. The village covers a total geographical area of 261 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Titlagarh is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Junanimal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titilagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Junanimal
As per Census 2011, Junanimal village has a total population of 136 people, consisting of 72 males and 64 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 66 literate and 70 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Junanimal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 136 | 72 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 43 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 29 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Junanimal
Junanimal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sandasmundi | South-East | 1.87 km |
| Kharlikani | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Kermeli | South-East | 2.82 km |
| Karlidhua | East | 2.89 km |
| Karlabahali | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Bagjor | North | 3.10 km |
| Lachut | South-East | 3.19 km |
| Saintala | South | 3.32 km |
| Runimahul | North-East | 4.04 km |
| Samara | South-East | 4.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Junanimal
Junanimal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Saintala, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 9.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Titlagarh to Junanimal is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Junanimal is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Junanimal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Junanimal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Junanimal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Junanimal 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Junanimal
Where is Junanimal located?
Junanimal village is located in Saintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Junanimal?
The Gram Panchayat of Junanimal is Kermeli.
What is the pincode of Junanimal?
The pincode of Junanimal is 767032.
What is the population of Junanimal?
Junanimal has a total population of 136, including 72 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Junanimal?
There are 34 households in Junanimal.
What is the literacy rate in Junanimal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Junanimal is 48.53%. Male literacy is 59.72% and female literacy is 35.94%.