Januna - Buldana, Buldhana
Januna is a village situated in the Buldana tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 36 km from Buldana and around 36 km from Buldana. Januna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Januna is 529233. The village covers a total geographical area of 947.12 hectares and falls under the 443002 pincode. Buldana is the nearest town, located about 36 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 Buldhana Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Januna
According to the 2011 Census, Januna village had a total population of 1,741 people, including 884 males and 857 females, living in 352 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.28%, with male literacy at 82.85% and female literacy at 65.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 464, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 252.
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 | 1,741 | 884 | 857 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 126 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 464 | 235 | 229 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 252 | 142 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 1,106 | 628 | 478 |
| Illiterate Population | 635 | 256 | 379 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gummi | South-East | 3.16 km |
| Madh | East | 3.29 km |
| Vizora | West | 4.44 km |
| Taradkhed | South | 4.90 km |
| Walsawangi | South-West | 5.35 km |
| Ijalapur | East | 5.52 km |
| Atakal | South-East | 6.44 km |
| Shekapur | South-East | 6.79 km |
| Pokhari | West | 6.83 km |
| Padmavati | South | 7.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Januna
Januna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jamner, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.1 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 Buldana to Januna is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Januna
Where is Januna located?
Januna village is located in Buldana Tehsil, Buldhana 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 443002.
What is the population of Januna?
Januna had a total population of 1,741, including 884 males and 857 females.
How many households are there in Januna?
Januna had 352 households.
What is the literacy rate in Januna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Januna was 74.28%. Male literacy was 82.85% and female literacy was 65.39%.