Julunda - Binika, Sonepur
Julunda is a village situated in the Binika tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from Dunguripali and around 45 km from Subarnapur. Jullunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Julunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Julunda is 418919. The village covers a total geographical area of 311 hectares and falls under the 767019 pincode. Binika is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Julunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Julunda
As per Census 2011, Julunda village has a total population of 1,270 people, consisting of 650 males and 620 females. The village has 328 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 822 literate and 448 illiterate residents. Additionally, 146 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 81 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Julunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,270 | 650 | 620 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 68 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 81 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 45 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 822 | 476 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 448 | 174 | 274 |
Nearby Villages of Julunda
Julunda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bileibahali | North | 1.13 km |
| Mahubahali | North-East | 1.57 km |
| Naktamunda | South-East | 1.57 km |
| Amamunda | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Rangapur | North-East | 2.76 km |
| Siali | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Kapasira | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Kainshkanda | North | 3.42 km |
| Bausuni Bahal | East | 3.44 km |
| Matiapali | South | 3.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Julunda
Public transport in the Julunda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khalipali, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Binika to Julunda is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Julunda is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Julunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Julunda 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Julunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Julunda 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Julunda
Where is Julunda located?
Julunda village is located in Binika Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Julunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Julunda is Jullunda.
What is the pincode of Julunda?
The pincode of Julunda is 767019.
What is the population of Julunda?
Julunda has a total population of 1,270, including 650 males and 620 females.
How many households are there in Julunda?
There are 328 households in Julunda.
What is the literacy rate in Julunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Julunda is 64.72%. Male literacy is 73.23% and female literacy is 55.81%.