Janjog - Churah, Chamba
Janjog is a village situated in the Churah tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 80 km from Chamba. Khajua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Janjog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Janjog is 006952. The village covers a total geographical area of 452 hectares and falls under the 176321 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Janjog village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Churah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Janjog
As per Census 2011, Janjog village has a total population of 673 people, consisting of 353 males and 320 females. The village has 124 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 238 literate and 435 illiterate residents. Additionally, 189 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Janjog are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 673 | 353 | 320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 58 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 98 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 160 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 435 | 193 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Janjog
Janjog 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 Janjog
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Janjog.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Janjog is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Janjog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Janjog village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Janjog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Janjog 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Janjog
Where is Janjog located?
Janjog village is located in Churah Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Janjog?
The Gram Panchayat of Janjog is Khajua.
What is the pincode of Janjog?
The pincode of Janjog is 176321.
What is the population of Janjog?
Janjog has a total population of 673, including 353 males and 320 females.
How many households are there in Janjog?
There are 124 households in Janjog.
What is the literacy rate in Janjog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Janjog is 35.36%. Male literacy is 45.33% and female literacy is 24.38%.