Janiamba - Akkalkuwa, Nandurbar
Janiamba is a village situated in the Akkalkuwa tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkuwa and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Sigpur Bhu serves as the Village Panchayat for Janiamba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Janiamba is 525184. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.69 hectares and falls under the 425413 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Janiamba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkuwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Janiamba
According to the 2011 Census, Janiamba village had a total population of 1,092 people, including 536 males and 556 females, living in 249 households. The sex ratio was 1,037 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.00%, with male literacy at 81.33% and female literacy at 63.35%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,091.
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 | 1,092 | 536 | 556 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 70 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,091 | 535 | 556 |
| Literate Population | 697 | 379 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 395 | 157 | 238 |
Nearby Villages of Janiamba
Janiamba is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Janiamba
Public transport in the Janiamba is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talode to Janiamba is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Janiamba is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Janiamba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Janiamba 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Janiamba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Janiamba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Janiamba
Where is Janiamba located?
Janiamba village is located in Akkalkuwa Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Janiamba?
The Village Panchayat of Janiamba is Sigpur Bhu.
What is the pincode of Janiamba?
The pincode of Janiamba is 425413.
What is the population of Janiamba?
Janiamba had a total population of 1,092, including 536 males and 556 females.
How many households are there in Janiamba?
Janiamba had 249 households.
What is the literacy rate in Janiamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Janiamba was 72.00%. Male literacy was 81.33% and female literacy was 63.35%.