Janakal - Hosdurga, Chitradurga
Janakal is a village situated in the Hosdurga taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hosdurga and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Jankal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Janakal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Janakal is 605910. The village covers a total geographical area of 2207.88 hectares and falls under the 577527 pincode. Hosdurga is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Janakal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hosadurga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chitradurga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Janakal
As per Census 2011, Janakal village has a total population of 5,358 people, consisting of 2,644 males and 2,714 females. The village has 1,229 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 648 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,639 literate and 1,719 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,802 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 955 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Janakal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,358 | 2,644 | 2,714 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 648 | 347 | 301 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,802 | 889 | 913 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 955 | 458 | 497 |
| Literate Population | 3,639 | 1,945 | 1,694 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,719 | 699 | 1,020 |
Nearby Villages of Janakal
Janakal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Veeravvanagathihalli | South-East | 2.82 km |
| Banasihalli | West | 3.24 km |
| Benakanahalli | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Sevanagara | North | 3.77 km |
| Thanigekal | North-West | 3.99 km |
| Devapura Kavalu | South-West | 4.02 km |
| Hullukatti | South-East | 4.17 km |
| Doddakittadahalli | North-East | 4.82 km |
| Narasipura | South-West | 5.19 km |
| Kenchihalli | North | 5.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Janakal
Janakal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Arbagatta Halt, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hosdurga to Janakal is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Janakal is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Janakal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Janakal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Janakal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Janakal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Janakal
Where is Janakal located?
Janakal village is located in Hosdurga Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Janakal?
The Gram Panchayat of Janakal is Jankal.
What is the pincode of Janakal?
The pincode of Janakal is 577527.
What is the population of Janakal?
Janakal has a total population of 5,358, including 2,644 males and 2,714 females.
How many households are there in Janakal?
There are 1,229 households in Janakal.
What is the literacy rate in Janakal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Janakal is 67.92%. Male literacy is 73.56% and female literacy is 62.42%.