Junia - Dantan - II, Paschim Medinipur
Junia is a village situated in the Dantan - II subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Haripur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Junia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Junia is 343993. The village covers a total geographical area of 121.81 hectares and falls under the 721443 pincode. Egra is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Junia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Junia
As per Census 2011, Junia village has a total population of 868 people, consisting of 445 males and 423 females. The village has 167 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 594 literate and 274 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 79 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Junia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 868 | 445 | 423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 55 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 39 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 594 | 345 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 274 | 100 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Junia
Junia 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 Junia
Junia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Egra to Junia is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Junia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Junia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Junia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Junia 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Junia
Where is Junia located?
Junia village is located in Dantan - II Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Junia?
The Gram Panchayat of Junia is Haripur.
What is the pincode of Junia?
The pincode of Junia is 721443.
What is the population of Junia?
Junia has a total population of 868, including 445 males and 423 females.
How many households are there in Junia?
There are 167 households in Junia.
What is the literacy rate in Junia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Junia is 68.43%. Male literacy is 77.53% and female literacy is 58.87%.