Junapani - Jharigan, Nabarangpur
Junapani is a village situated in the Jharigan tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from Jharigan and around 79 km from Nabarangapur . Belgam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Junapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Junapani is 427517. The village covers a total geographical area of 154 hectares and falls under the 764076 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Junapani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Junapani
According to the 2011 Census, Junapani village had a total population of 2,144 people, including 1,009 males and 1,135 females, living in 475 households. The sex ratio was 1,125 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.47%, with male literacy at 40.63% and female literacy at 19.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 110, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,635.
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 | 2,144 | 1,009 | 1,135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 471 | 214 | 257 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 53 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,635 | 766 | 869 |
| Literate Population | 493 | 323 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,651 | 686 | 965 |
Nearby Villages of Junapani
Junapani 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 Junapani
Junapani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Umarkote to Junapani is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Junapani is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Junapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Junapani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Junapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Junapani 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Junapani
Where is Junapani located?
Junapani village is located in Jharigan Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Junapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Junapani is Belgam.
What is the pincode of Junapani?
The pincode of Junapani is 764076.
What is the population of Junapani?
Junapani had a total population of 2,144, including 1,009 males and 1,135 females.
How many households are there in Junapani?
Junapani had 475 households.
What is the literacy rate in Junapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Junapani was 29.47%. Male literacy was 40.63% and female literacy was 19.36%.