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
As per Census 2011, Junapani village has a total population of 2,144 people, consisting of 1,009 males and 1,135 females. The village has 475 households and a sex ratio of 1,124 females per 1,000 males. There are 471 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 493 literate and 1,651 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,635 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Junapani are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 2,144, including 1,009 males and 1,135 females.
How many households are there in Junapani?
There are 475 households in Junapani.
What is the literacy rate in Junapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Junapani is 22.99%. Male literacy is 32.01% and female literacy is 14.98%.