Junagan - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Junagan is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Barakhama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Junagan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Junagan is 416575. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Junagan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Junagan
According to the 2011 Census, Junagan village had a total population of 417 people, including 205 males and 212 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.62%, with male literacy at 72.07% and female literacy at 47.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 155.
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 | 417 | 205 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 78 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 220 | 129 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 76 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Junagan
Junagan 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 Junagan
Junagan 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 >10 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 G. Udayagiri to Junagan is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Junagan is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Junagan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Junagan 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 Junagan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Junagan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Junagan
Where is Junagan located?
Junagan village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Junagan?
The Gram Panchayat of Junagan is Barakhama.
What is the pincode of Junagan?
The pincode of Junagan is 762110.
What is the population of Junagan?
Junagan had a total population of 417, including 205 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Junagan?
Junagan had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Junagan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Junagan was 59.62%. Male literacy was 72.07% and female literacy was 47.89%.