Junapani - Komna, Nuapada
Junapani is a village situated in the Komna tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Komna and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Sunabeda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Junapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Junapani is 421859. The village covers a total geographical area of 418 hectares and falls under the 766106 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 73 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 Nuapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Junapani
According to the 2011 Census, Junapani village had a total population of 368 people, including 178 males and 190 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 1,067 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.08%, with male literacy at 63.16% and female literacy at 33.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 55, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 296.
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 | 368 | 178 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 26 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 30 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 296 | 139 | 157 |
| Literate Population | 150 | 96 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 82 | 136 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Junapani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khariar Road to Junapani is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Junapani is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >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 Komna Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Junapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Junapani is Sunabeda.
What is the pincode of Junapani?
The pincode of Junapani is 766106.
What is the population of Junapani?
Junapani had a total population of 368, including 178 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Junapani?
Junapani had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Junapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Junapani was 48.08%. Male literacy was 63.16% and female literacy was 33.75%.