Janiya - Dhami, Shimla
Janiya is a village situated in the Dhami tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from Shimla. Okhru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Janiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Janiya is 024228. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.44 hectares and falls under the 171103 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Janiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Janiya
According to the 2011 Census, Janiya village had a total population of 87 people, including 42 males and 45 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.88%, with male literacy at 93.55% and female literacy at 70.27%.
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 | 87 | 42 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 13 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Janiya
Janiya 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 Janiya
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Janiya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Janiya is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Janiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Janiya 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Janiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Janiya 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Janiya
Where is Janiya located?
Janiya village is located in Dhami Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Janiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Janiya is Okhru.
What is the pincode of Janiya?
The pincode of Janiya is 171103.
What is the population of Janiya?
Janiya had a total population of 87, including 42 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Janiya?
Janiya had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Janiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Janiya was 80.88%. Male literacy was 93.55% and female literacy was 70.27%.