Janipur - Bisfi, Madhubani
Janipur is a village situated in the Bisfi subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bisfi and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Jagban West serves as the Gram Panchayat for Janipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Janipur is 220357. The village covers a total geographical area of 68 hectares and falls under the 847102 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Janipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Janipur
As per Census 2011, Janipur village has a total population of 2,441 people, consisting of 1,324 males and 1,117 females. The village has 500 households and a sex ratio of 843 females per 1,000 males. There are 438 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 925 literate and 1,516 illiterate residents. Additionally, 356 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Janipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,441 | 1,324 | 1,117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 438 | 220 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 356 | 197 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 925 | 569 | 356 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,516 | 755 | 761 |
Nearby Villages of Janipur
Janipur 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 Janipur
Public transport in the Janipur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Janipur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Janipur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Janipur is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Janipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Janipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Janipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Janipur 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Janipur
Where is Janipur located?
Janipur village is located in Bisfi Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Janipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Janipur is Jagban West.
What is the pincode of Janipur?
The pincode of Janipur is 847102.
What is the population of Janipur?
Janipur has a total population of 2,441, including 1,324 males and 1,117 females.
How many households are there in Janipur?
There are 500 households in Janipur.
What is the literacy rate in Janipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Janipur is 37.89%. Male literacy is 42.98% and female literacy is 31.87%.