Januna - Achalpur, Amravati
Januna is a village situated in the Achalpur tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Achalpur and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Waghdoh serves as the Village Panchayat for Januna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Januna is 531954. The village covers a total geographical area of 286.71 hectares and falls under the 444808 pincode. Anjangaon is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Januna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Melghat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amravati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Januna
According to the 2011 Census, Januna village had a total population of 1,271 people, including 655 males and 616 females, living in 205 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.21%, with male literacy at 80.11% and female literacy at 61.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 432.
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 | 1,271 | 655 | 616 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 107 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 432 | 228 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 762 | 439 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 509 | 216 | 293 |
Nearby Villages of Januna
Januna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wagdoh | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Chauramal | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Dhadi | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Madarpur | South | 2.93 km |
| Malkapur Kh. | East | 3.16 km |
| Morgad | North | 3.62 km |
| Jahanpur | East | 3.66 km |
| Garajdari | West | 3.80 km |
| Aki | North | 3.93 km |
| Kakadari | North-West | 4.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Januna
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Januna. The nearest railway station is Anjangaon, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.7 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 Anjangaon to Januna is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Januna is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Januna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Januna 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Januna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Januna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Januna
Where is Januna located?
Januna village is located in Achalpur Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Januna?
The Village Panchayat of Januna is Waghdoh.
What is the pincode of Januna?
The pincode of Januna is 444808.
What is the population of Januna?
Januna had a total population of 1,271, including 655 males and 616 females.
How many households are there in Januna?
Januna had 205 households.
What is the literacy rate in Januna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Januna was 71.21%. Male literacy was 80.11% and female literacy was 61.88%.