Janak Pur

Janak Pur is a village located in Marwah tehsil of Kishtwar district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 60km away from sub-district headquarter Marwah (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Kishtwar. As per 2009 stats, Janakpur is the gram panchayat of Janak Pur village.

Janak Pur has its own place in the vibrant Kishtwar 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 Janak Pur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Janak Pur is 004753. The village spans a total geographical area of 272.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182205. Kishtwar is nearest town to Janak Pur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.

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Population of Janak Pur

Below is a concise population overview of Janak Pur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,578 812 766
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 251 130 121
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 796 531 265
Illiterate Population 782 281 501

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Janak Pur village:

  • The total population of Janak Pur village is around 1,578, including approximately 812 males and 766 females, with a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 251 children aged 0–6 years in Janak Pur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Janak Pur village is about 50.44%, with male literacy at 65.39% and female literacy at 34.60%.
  • There are around 295 households in Janak Pur village.

Connectivity of Janak Pur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Janak Pur. As per the 2011 stats, Janak Pur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Janak Pur

Knowing the nearby villages of Janak Pur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Janak Pur.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Janak Pur

Where is Janak Pur located?
Janak Pur village is situated in Marwah Tehsil, within the Kishtwar district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Janak Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Janak Pur is Janakpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Janak Pur?
The pincode of Janak Pur is 182205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Janak Pur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Janak Pur is 1,578, with 812 males and 766 females.
How many households are there in Janak Pur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Janak Pur village has a total of 295 households.
What is the literacy rate in Janak Pur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Janak Pur is 50.44%. The male literacy rate is 65.39%, while the female literacy rate is 34.60%.