Janu - Basohli, Kathua
Janu is a village situated in the Basohli tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 22 km from Basohli and around 154 km from Kathua. Jannu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Janu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Janu is 001723. The village covers a total geographical area of 745 hectares and falls under the 184201 pincode. Basohli is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Janu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basohli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Janu
As per Census 2011, Janu village has a total population of 2,217 people, consisting of 1,170 males and 1,047 females. The village has 393 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 404 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 963 literate and 1,254 illiterate residents. Additionally, 300 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 123 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Janu are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Janu
Janu 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 Janu
Janu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basohli to Janu is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Janu is about 154 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Janu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Janu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Janu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Janu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Janu
Where is Janu located?
Janu village is located in Basohli Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Janu?
The Gram Panchayat of Janu is Jannu.
What is the pincode of Janu?
The pincode of Janu is 184201.
What is the population of Janu?
Janu has a total population of 2,217, including 1,170 males and 1,047 females.
How many households are there in Janu?
There are 393 households in Janu.
What is the literacy rate in Janu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Janu is 43.44%. Male literacy is 54.87% and female literacy is 30.66%.