Janavale - Guhagar, Ratnagiri
Janavale is a village situated in the Guhagar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guhagar and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Janvale serves as the Gram Panchayat for Janavale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Janavale is 565392. The village covers a total geographical area of 601 hectares and falls under the 415724 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Janavale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Guhagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Janavale
As per Census 2011, Janavale village has a total population of 2,148 people, consisting of 1,027 males and 1,121 females. The village has 566 households and a sex ratio of 1,091 females per 1,000 males. There are 219 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,706 literate and 442 illiterate residents. Additionally, 381 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Janavale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,148 | 1,027 | 1,121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 112 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 381 | 192 | 189 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,706 | 872 | 834 |
| Illiterate Population | 442 | 155 | 287 |
Nearby Villages of Janavale
Janavale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nigundal | North | 1.68 km |
| Shringartali | South | 1.97 km |
| Pat Panhale | South-West | 2.81 km |
| Mandavkarwadi | South-East | 2.98 km |
| Kharyachakond | North | 3.45 km |
| Talyachiwadi Tarf Palpene | West | 3.57 km |
| Mundhar Kh. | East | 3.82 km |
| Katakiri | North-East | 3.87 km |
| Palpene | West | 4.15 km |
| Chikhali | South-East | 4.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Janavale
Janavale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Anjani, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chiplun to Janavale is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Janavale is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Janavale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Janavale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Janavale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Janavale 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Janavale
Where is Janavale located?
Janavale village is located in Guhagar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Janavale?
The Gram Panchayat of Janavale is Janvale.
What is the pincode of Janavale?
The pincode of Janavale is 415724.
What is the population of Janavale?
Janavale has a total population of 2,148, including 1,027 males and 1,121 females.
How many households are there in Janavale?
There are 566 households in Janavale.
What is the literacy rate in Janavale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Janavale is 79.42%. Male literacy is 84.91% and female literacy is 74.40%.