Janj

Janj is a village located in Oudgi tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Oudgi (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Jaj is the gram panchayat of Janj village.

Janj has its own place in the vibrant Surguja region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Janj

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Janj is 432695. The village spans a total geographical area of 1742.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497235. Surajpur is nearest town to Janj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.

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Population of Janj

Below is a concise population overview of Janj as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 569 301 268
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 113 63 50
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 528 276 252
Literate Population 207 143 64
Illiterate Population 362 158 204

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Janj village:

  • The total population of Janj village is around 569, including approximately 301 males and 268 females, with a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 113 children aged 0–6 years in Janj village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Janj village has 528 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Janj village is about 36.38%, with male literacy at 47.51% and female literacy at 23.88%.
  • There are around 120 households in Janj village.

Connectivity of Janj

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Janj. As per the 2011 stats, Janj had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Janj

Knowing the nearby villages of Janj helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Janj.

Bhakura Bhadi Tomo Totko Saraidih Chenda Kudargarh Dhoor Khohirpara Babhana Rampur Alias Bhawanagar

Frequently Asked Questions about Janj

Where is Janj located?
Janj village is situated in Oudgi Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Janj?
The Gram Panchayat of Janj is Jaj (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Janj?
The pincode of Janj is 497235, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Janj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Janj is 569, with 301 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Janj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Janj village has a total of 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Janj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Janj is 36.38%. The male literacy rate is 47.51%, while the female literacy rate is 23.88%.