Janapur - Udgir, Latur
Janapur is a village situated in the Udgir tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Udgir and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Janapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Janapur is 561027. The village covers a total geographical area of 892.69 hectares and falls under the 413517 pincode. Paranda is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Janapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Janapur
As per Census 2011, Janapur village has a total population of 2,669 people, consisting of 1,645 males and 1,024 females. The village has 374 households and a sex ratio of 622 females per 1,000 males. There are 312 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,751 literate and 918 illiterate residents. Additionally, 611 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Janapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,669 | 1,645 | 1,024 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 163 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 611 | 421 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 25 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,751 | 1,260 | 491 |
| Illiterate Population | 918 | 385 | 533 |
Nearby Villages of Janapur
Janapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shirol | East | 2.47 km |
| Gurdhal (udgir) | North-West | 2.89 km |
| Ganeshpur (u) | South-East | 3.04 km |
| Chandegaon | North-East | 3.34 km |
| Dhondi Hipparga | South | 3.47 km |
| Kumdal Udgir | North | 3.58 km |
| Tadlapur | South | 3.60 km |
| Tondchir | South-West | 3.72 km |
| Kaulkhed | West | 4.03 km |
| Maroti Tanda | North-West | 5.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Janapur
Public transport in the Janapur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Udgir, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.5 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Paranda to Janapur is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Janapur is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Janapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Janapur 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Janapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Janapur 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 <1 km |
FAQs about Janapur
Where is Janapur located?
Janapur village is located in Udgir Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Janapur?
Janapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Janapur?
The pincode of Janapur is 413517.
What is the population of Janapur?
Janapur has a total population of 2,669, including 1,645 males and 1,024 females.
How many households are there in Janapur?
There are 374 households in Janapur.
What is the literacy rate in Janapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Janapur is 65.61%. Male literacy is 76.60% and female literacy is 47.95%.