Junjer Guda - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Junjer Guda is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Biswanathpur and around 32 km from Bhawanipatna. Pokharibandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Junjer Guda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Junjer Guda is 423146. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 766020 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Junjer Guda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Junjer Guda
According to the 2011 Census, Junjer Guda village had a total population of 77 people, including 37 males and 40 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,081 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.59%, with male literacy at 73.91% and female literacy at 19.35%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 77.
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 | 77 | 37 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 37 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 17 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 20 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Junjer Guda
Junjer Guda 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 Junjer Guda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Junjer Guda. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Junjer Guda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Junjer Guda is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Junjer Guda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Junjer Guda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Junjer Guda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Junjer Guda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Junjer Guda
Where is Junjer Guda located?
Junjer Guda village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Junjer Guda?
The Gram Panchayat of Junjer Guda is Pokharibandh.
What is the pincode of Junjer Guda?
The pincode of Junjer Guda is 766020.
What is the population of Junjer Guda?
Junjer Guda had a total population of 77, including 37 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Junjer Guda?
Junjer Guda had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Junjer Guda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Junjer Guda was 42.59%. Male literacy was 73.91% and female literacy was 19.35%.