Jani

Jani is a village located in Herhanj subdivision of Latehar district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Herhanj (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Latehar. As per 2009 stats, Tasu is the gram panchayat of Jani village.

Jani has its own place in the vibrant Latehar 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 Jani

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jani is 367519. The village spans a total geographical area of 404 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822126. Herhanj is nearest town to Jani village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Jani village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Latehar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chatra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Jani

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 475 253 222
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 104 51 53
Scheduled Castes (SC) 264 143 121
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 110 53 57
Literate Population 209 142 67
Illiterate Population 266 111 155

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

  • The total population of Jani village is around 475, including approximately 253 males and 222 females, with a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 104 children aged 0–6 years in Jani village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jani village has 264 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 110 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jani village is about 44.00%, with male literacy at 56.13% and female literacy at 30.18%.
  • There are around 79 households in Jani village.

Connectivity of Jani

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

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

Nearby Villages of Jani

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Jani

Where is Jani located?
Jani village is situated in Herhanj Subdivision, within the Latehar district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jani?
The Gram Panchayat of Jani is Tasu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jani?
The pincode of Jani is 822126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jani is 475, with 253 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Jani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jani village has a total of 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jani as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jani is 44.00%. The male literacy rate is 56.13%, while the female literacy rate is 30.18%.