Janakpur - Bande, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Janakpur is a village situated in the Bande tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 14 km from Pakhanjur and around 144 km from Kanker. Janakpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Janakpur is 448339. The village covers a total geographical area of 304.78 hectares and falls under the 494777 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Janakpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Janakpur
According to the 2011 Census, Janakpur village had a total population of 707 people, including 369 males and 338 females, living in 154 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.01%, with male literacy at 85.89% and female literacy at 69.49%.
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 | 707 | 369 | 338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 50 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 479 | 274 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 95 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Janakpur
Janakpur 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 Janakpur
Janakpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pakhanjur to Janakpur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Janakpur is about 144 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Janakpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Janakpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Janakpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Janakpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Janakpur
Where is Janakpur located?
Janakpur village is located in Bande Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Janakpur?
Janakpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Janakpur?
The pincode of Janakpur is 494777.
What is the population of Janakpur?
Janakpur had a total population of 707, including 369 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Janakpur?
Janakpur had 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Janakpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Janakpur was 78.01%. Male literacy was 85.89% and female literacy was 69.49%.