Janipur - Nanpur, Sitamarhi
Janipur is a village situated in the Nanpur subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nanpur and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Janipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Janipur is 219759. The village covers a total geographical area of 846 hectares and falls under the 843333 pincode. Janakpur Road is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Janipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bajpatti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sitamarhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Janipur
According to the 2011 Census, Janipur village had a total population of 5,927 people, including 3,023 males and 2,904 females, living in 1,564 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.08%, with male literacy at 76.89% and female literacy at 67.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 991.
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 | 5,927 | 3,023 | 2,904 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 898 | 457 | 441 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 991 | 494 | 497 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,625 | 1,973 | 1,652 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,302 | 1,050 | 1,252 |
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
Janipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Janipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Janakpur Road to Janipur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Janipur is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Janipur
Where is Janipur located?
Janipur village is located in Nanpur Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Janipur?
Janipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Janipur?
The pincode of Janipur is 843333.
What is the population of Janipur?
Janipur had a total population of 5,927, including 3,023 males and 2,904 females.
How many households are there in Janipur?
Janipur had 1,564 households.
What is the literacy rate in Janipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Janipur was 72.08%. Male literacy was 76.89% and female literacy was 67.07%.