Janpur
Janpur is a village located in Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Baihar (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Janpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Janpur unique in its vibrant Baihar-Balaghat region. You’ll see Janpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Janpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Janpur is 498178. The village spans a total geographical area of 607.47 hectares. Malajkhand is nearest town to Janpur village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Janpur 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 Baihar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Janpur
Population of Janpur
According to the 2011 Census, Janpur has a total population of about 1,479, with approximately 747 males and 732 females. The sex ratio is around 979 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 163 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 102 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 681. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.66%, with male literacy at about 78.98% and female literacy near 62.16%. There are around 321 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Janpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,479 | 747 | 732 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 82 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 51 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 681 | 358 | 323 |
| Literate Population | 1,045 | 590 | 455 |
| Illiterate Population | 434 | 157 | 277 |
Connectivity of Janpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Janpur. As per the 2011 stats, Janpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Janpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Janpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Janpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Janpur
- Where is Janpur located?
- Janpur village is situated in Baihar Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Janpur?
- Janpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Janpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Janpur is 1,479, with 747 males and 732 females.
- How many households are there in Janpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Janpur village has a total of 321 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Janpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Janpur is 70.66%. The male literacy rate is 78.98%, while the female literacy rate is 62.16%.