Januna - Mehkar, Buldhana
Januna is a village situated in the Mehkar tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from Mehkar and around 103 km from Buldana. Januna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Januna is 529015. The village covers a total geographical area of 771 hectares and falls under the 443303 pincode. Mehkar is the nearest town, located about 27 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 1,106 people, including 548 males and 558 females, living in 243 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.64%, with male literacy at 85.62% and female literacy at 65.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 129, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 608.
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 | 1,106 | 548 | 558 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 89 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 69 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 608 | 297 | 311 |
| Literate Population | 705 | 393 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 401 | 155 | 246 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uddhava Vithalwadi | South | 2.49 km |
| Chinchala | North | 2.58 km |
| Vishvi | West | 2.99 km |
| Sonuna | North-East | 3.32 km |
| Degaon | South-East | 3.44 km |
| Rajgad | North-West | 4.54 km |
| Pangarkhed | South | 5.16 km |
| Kanaka Bk. | West | 5.38 km |
| Witkhed | North-West | 5.98 km |
| Kanaka Kh. | West | 6.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Januna
Januna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Aman Vadi, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.3 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 Mehkar to Januna is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Januna is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 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 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Januna
Where is Januna located?
Januna village is located in Mehkar 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 443303.
What is the population of Januna?
Januna had a total population of 1,106, including 548 males and 558 females.
How many households are there in Januna?
Januna had 243 households.
What is the literacy rate in Januna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Januna was 75.64%. Male literacy was 85.62% and female literacy was 65.96%.