Janan - Bhachau, Kachchh
Janan is a village situated in the Bhachau taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 145 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhachau and around 225 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Janan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Janan is 506626. The village covers a total geographical area of 4844.08 hectares and falls under the 370165 pincode. Rapar is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Janan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rapar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kachchh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Janan
According to the 2011 Census, Janan village had a total population of 1,043 people, including 562 males and 481 females, living in 234 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.14%, with male literacy at 71.68% and female literacy at 46.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 147.
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 | 1,043 | 562 | 481 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 103 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 147 | 82 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 513 | 329 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 530 | 233 | 297 |
Nearby Villages of Janan
Janan 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 Janan
Janan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rapar to Janan is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Janan is about 225 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Janan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Janan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Janan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Janan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Janan
Where is Janan located?
Janan village is located in Bhachau Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Janan?
Janan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Janan?
The pincode of Janan is 370165.
What is the population of Janan?
Janan had a total population of 1,043, including 562 males and 481 females.
How many households are there in Janan?
Janan had 234 households.
What is the literacy rate in Janan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Janan was 60.14%. Male literacy was 71.68% and female literacy was 46.70%.