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
As per Census 2011, Janera village has a total population of 463 people, consisting of 231 males and 232 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 343 literate and 120 illiterate residents. Additionally, 318 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Janera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 463 | 231 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 36 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 318 | 163 | 155 |
| 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 has a total population of 463, including 231 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Janera?
There are 98 households in Janera.
What is the literacy rate in Janera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Janera is 74.08%. Male literacy is 76.62% and female literacy is 71.55%.