Januna - Khamgaon, Buldhana
Januna is a village situated in the Khamgaon tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from Khamgaon and around 55 km from Buldana. Januna village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Januna is 528822. The village covers a total geographical area of 1407.31 hectares and falls under the 444303 pincode. Khamgaon is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Januna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Januna
According to the 2011 Census, Januna village had a total population of 2,830 people, including 1,470 males and 1,360 females, living in 636 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.92%, with male literacy at 91.91% and female literacy at 75.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 468, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 137.
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 | 2,830 | 1,470 | 1,360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 349 | 197 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 468 | 243 | 225 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 137 | 77 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 2,082 | 1,170 | 912 |
| Illiterate Population | 748 | 300 | 448 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhotra | South-West | 2.31 km |
| Sajanpuri | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Tembhurna | East | 3.25 km |
| Khamgaon | North | 3.58 km |
| Mathani | West | 3.62 km |
| Garadgaon | West | 4.15 km |
| Sirasgaon Deshmukh | West | 4.22 km |
| Jalka Teli | South | 4.30 km |
| Shelgaon | North | 5.09 km |
| Shelodi | North-East | 5.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Januna
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Januna. The nearest railway station is Jalamb Jn, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khamgaon to Januna is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Januna is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Januna
Where is Januna located?
Januna village is located in Khamgaon Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Januna?
Januna is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Januna?
The pincode of Januna is 444303.
What is the population of Januna?
Januna had a total population of 2,830, including 1,470 males and 1,360 females.
How many households are there in Januna?
Januna had 636 households.
What is the literacy rate in Januna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Januna was 83.92%. Male literacy was 91.91% and female literacy was 75.50%.