Junani - Ambabhona, Bargarh
Junani is a village situated in the Ambabhona tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambabhona and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Karla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Junani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Junani is 380767. The village covers a total geographical area of 157 hectares and falls under the 768052 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Junani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Junani
According to the 2011 Census, Junani village had a total population of 303 people, including 146 males and 157 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 1,075 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.32%, with male literacy at 80.80% and female literacy at 54.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 167.
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 | 303 | 146 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 21 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 167 | 80 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 173 | 101 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 45 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Junani
Junani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tubuda | North-East | 1.22 km |
| Ghulughulapadar | South | 1.63 km |
| Gopalmal | East | 1.77 km |
| Jhinkarapali | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Kantiapali | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Baghiabahal | South | 2.44 km |
| Dengapadar | South-West | 2.67 km |
| Fagunamal | North | 2.77 km |
| Kundamal | South-West | 2.83 km |
| Sanamanamunda | East | 2.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Junani
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Junani. The nearest railway station is Balangir Road, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bargarh to Junani is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Junani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Junani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Junani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Junani 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 Junani
Where is Junani located?
Junani village is located in Ambabhona Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Junani?
The Gram Panchayat of Junani is Karla.
What is the pincode of Junani?
The pincode of Junani is 768052.
What is the population of Junani?
Junani had a total population of 303, including 146 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Junani?
Junani had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Junani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Junani was 67.32%. Male literacy was 80.80% and female literacy was 54.55%.