Janu
Janu is a village located in Bashohli tehsil of Kathua district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Basohli (tehsildar office) and 154km away from district headquarter Kathua.
Janu has its own place in the vibrant Kathua region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Janu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Janu is 001723. The village spans a total geographical area of 745 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 184201. Basohli is nearest town to Janu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Janu
Population of Janu
Below is a concise population overview of Janu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 2,217 | 1,170 | 1,047 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 404 | 218 | 186 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 300 | 160 | 140 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 123 | 66 | 57 |
Literate Population | 963 | 642 | 321 |
Illiterate Population | 1,254 | 528 | 726 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Janu village:
- The total population of Janu village is around 2,217, including approximately 1,170 males and 1,047 females, with a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 404 children aged 0–6 years in Janu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Janu village has 300 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 123 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Janu village is about 43.44%, with male literacy at 54.87% and female literacy at 30.66%.
- There are around 393 households in Janu village.
Connectivity of Janu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Janu. As per the 2011 stats, Janu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Janu
Knowing the nearby villages of Janu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Janu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Janu
- Where is Janu located?
- Janu village is situated in Bashohli Tehsil, within the Kathua district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the pincode of Janu?
- The pincode of Janu is 184201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Janu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Janu is 2,217, with 1,170 males and 1,047 females.
- How many households are there in Janu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Janu village has a total of 393 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Janu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Janu is 43.44%. The male literacy rate is 54.87%, while the female literacy rate is 30.66%.