Junidpur - Khoyrasol, Birbhum
Junidpur is a village situated in the Khoyrasol subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khoyrasol and around 45.7 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Panchra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Junidpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Junidpur is 318415. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.03 hectares and falls under the 731125 pincode. Dubrajpur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Junidpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Junidpur
According to the 2011 Census, Junidpur village had a total population of 1,067 people, including 546 males and 521 females, living in 243 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.29%, with male literacy at 77.94% and female literacy at 59.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 628.
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 | 1,067 | 546 | 521 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 70 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 628 | 318 | 310 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 634 | 371 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 433 | 175 | 258 |
Nearby Villages of Junidpur
Junidpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Singdanga | South-West | 1.02 km |
| Nanna | North | 1.03 km |
| Lohanagar | West | 1.10 km |
| Majura | North-West | 1.26 km |
| Chapla | South-East | 1.28 km |
| Bahadurpur | North-East | 1.64 km |
| Parulbana | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Dherobazar | West | 2.12 km |
| Balta | West | 2.21 km |
| Bharara | East | 2.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Junidpur
Junidpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Panchra, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dubrajpur to Junidpur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Junidpur is about 45.7 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 Junidpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Junidpur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Junidpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Junidpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Junidpur
Where is Junidpur located?
Junidpur village is located in Khoyrasol Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Junidpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Junidpur is Panchra.
What is the pincode of Junidpur?
The pincode of Junidpur is 731125.
What is the population of Junidpur?
Junidpur had a total population of 1,067, including 546 males and 521 females.
How many households are there in Junidpur?
Junidpur had 243 households.
What is the literacy rate in Junidpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Junidpur was 69.29%. Male literacy was 77.94% and female literacy was 59.91%.