Janera - Gangath, Kangra
Janera is a village situated in the Gangath tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 90 km from Dharmsala. Mangwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Janera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Janera is 008367. The village covers a total geographical area of 136.37 hectares and falls under the 176204 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Janera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Indora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Janera
According to the 2011 Census, Janera village had a total population of 463 people, including 231 males and 232 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 1,004 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.96%, with male literacy at 90.77% and female literacy at 81.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 318.
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 | 463 | 231 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 36 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 318 | 163 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 343 | 177 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 54 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Janera
Janera 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 Janera
Public transport in the Janera is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Dharmsala to Janera is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Janera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Janera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Janera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Janera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Janera
Where is Janera located?
Janera village is located in Gangath Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Janera?
The Gram Panchayat of Janera is Mangwal.
What is the pincode of Janera?
The pincode of Janera is 176204.
What is the population of Janera?
Janera had a total population of 463, including 231 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Janera?
Janera had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Janera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Janera was 85.96%. Male literacy was 90.77% and female literacy was 81.37%.