Januna - Nandgaon-Khandeshwar, Amravati
Januna is a village situated in the Nandgaon-Khandeshwar tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mund Nishankrao and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Januna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Januna is 533037. The village covers a total geographical area of 679.46 hectares and falls under the 444701 pincode. Amravati is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Januna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Januna
As per Census 2011, Januna village has a total population of 1,310 people, consisting of 672 males and 638 females. The village has 299 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 159 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 962 literate and 348 illiterate residents. Additionally, 246 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Januna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,310 | 672 | 638 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 80 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 246 | 126 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 962 | 528 | 434 |
| Illiterate Population | 348 | 144 | 204 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jawara | East | 1.83 km |
| Dhanora Jog. | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Chandsura | South-West | 2.54 km |
| Jasapur | South-East | 2.76 km |
| Jalu | North | 2.80 km |
| Timtala | East | 3.41 km |
| Morgaon | West | 3.91 km |
| Jamgaon | South-East | 4.23 km |
| Bhagura | South | 4.28 km |
| Khirsana | East | 5.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Januna
Januna is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Timtala, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amravati to Januna is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Januna
Where is Januna located?
Januna village is located in Nandgaon-Khandeshwar Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Januna?
Januna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Januna?
The pincode of Januna is 444701.
What is the population of Januna?
Januna has a total population of 1,310, including 672 males and 638 females.
How many households are there in Januna?
There are 299 households in Januna.
What is the literacy rate in Januna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Januna is 73.44%. Male literacy is 78.57% and female literacy is 68.03%.