Janaga - Haliyal, Uttara Kannada
Janaga is a village situated in the Haliyal taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Haliyal and around 174 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Janaga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Janaga is 602872. The village covers a total geographical area of 506.4 hectares and falls under the 581329 pincode. Haliyal is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Janaga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Haliyal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Janaga
As per Census 2011, Janaga village has a total population of 1,426 people, consisting of 713 males and 713 females. The village has 322 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 857 literate and 569 illiterate residents. Additionally, 104 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Janaga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,426 | 713 | 713 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 111 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 48 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 857 | 465 | 392 |
| Illiterate Population | 569 | 248 | 321 |
Nearby Villages of Janaga
Janaga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khurd Kanchanalli | North | 1.73 km |
| Chinaginkop | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Mugadkop | North-West | 2.23 km |
| Nandigadda | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Jatga | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Basawalli | South | 2.76 km |
| Murkwad | North | 3.18 km |
| Kalginkop | West | 3.78 km |
| Belwatgi | East | 3.95 km |
| Dodkop | South | 4.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Janaga
Janaga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Alnavar Jn, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Haliyal to Janaga is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Janaga is about 174 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Janaga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Janaga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Janaga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Janaga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Janaga
Where is Janaga located?
Janaga village is located in Haliyal Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Janaga?
Janaga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Janaga?
The pincode of Janaga is 581329.
What is the population of Janaga?
Janaga has a total population of 1,426, including 713 males and 713 females.
How many households are there in Janaga?
There are 322 households in Janaga.
What is the literacy rate in Janaga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Janaga is 60.10%. Male literacy is 65.22% and female literacy is 54.98%.