Janna Kadkal - Honavar, Uttara Kannada
Janna Kadkal is a village situated in the Honavar taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Honnavar and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Chikkankod serves as the Gram Panchayat for Janna Kadkal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Janna Kadkal is 603793. The village covers a total geographical area of 3374.11 hectares and falls under the 581361 pincode. Honavar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Janna Kadkal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatkal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Janna Kadkal
According to the 2011 Census, Janna Kadkal village had a total population of 1,210 people, including 630 males and 580 females, living in 282 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.63%, with male literacy at 80.85% and female literacy at 74.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,210 | 630 | 580 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 40 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 871 | 477 | 394 |
| Illiterate Population | 339 | 153 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Janna Kadkal
Janna Kadkal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hirebail | North | 4.36 km |
| Kodigadde | East | 5.26 km |
| Nirgod | North-East | 5.31 km |
| Hosgod | North | 5.41 km |
| Mahime | South-East | 5.74 km |
| Gundabala | West | 6.01 km |
| Tumbolli | South-West | 6.15 km |
| Heravali | South-West | 7.10 km |
| Saralagi | South | 7.42 km |
| Salkod | West | 7.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Janna Kadkal
Janna Kadkal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Honnavar, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Honavar to Janna Kadkal is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Janna Kadkal is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Janna Kadkal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Janna Kadkal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Janna Kadkal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Janna Kadkal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Janna Kadkal
Where is Janna Kadkal located?
Janna Kadkal village is located in Honavar Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Janna Kadkal?
The Gram Panchayat of Janna Kadkal is Chikkankod.
What is the pincode of Janna Kadkal?
The pincode of Janna Kadkal is 581361.
What is the population of Janna Kadkal?
Janna Kadkal had a total population of 1,210, including 630 males and 580 females.
How many households are there in Janna Kadkal?
Janna Kadkal had 282 households.
What is the literacy rate in Janna Kadkal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Janna Kadkal was 77.63%. Male literacy was 80.85% and female literacy was 74.06%.