Junair - Narayanbagar, Chamoli
Junair is a village situated in the Narayanbagar tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 29 km from Tharali and around 81 km from Gopeshwar. Juner serves as the Gram Panchayat for Junair village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Junair is 041560. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.8 hectares and falls under the 246455 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Junair village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Junair
According to the 2011 Census, Junair village had a total population of 379 people, including 160 males and 219 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,369 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.85%, with male literacy at 94.96% and female literacy at 70.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63.
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 | 379 | 160 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 21 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 29 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 132 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 28 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Junair
Junair 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 Junair
Public transport in the Junair is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Karnaprayag to Junair is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Junair is about 81 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 Junair
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Junair 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Junair
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Junair 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Junair
Where is Junair located?
Junair village is located in Narayanbagar Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Junair?
The Gram Panchayat of Junair is Juner.
What is the pincode of Junair?
The pincode of Junair is 246455.
What is the population of Junair?
Junair had a total population of 379, including 160 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Junair?
Junair had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Junair?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Junair was 80.85%. Male literacy was 94.96% and female literacy was 70.53%.