Januna - Karanja, Washim
Januna is a village situated in the Karanja tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanja and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Ramnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Januna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Januna is 530964. The village covers a total geographical area of 409 hectares and falls under the 444105 pincode. Karanja is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Januna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Januna
As per Census 2011, Januna village has a total population of 513 people, consisting of 269 males and 244 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 404 literate and 109 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Januna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 513 | 269 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 27 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 35 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 404 | 234 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 35 | 74 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramnagar | South-East | 1.14 km |
| Somthana | North-East | 1.97 km |
| Mamdabad (dhoni) | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Eklara | West | 2.33 km |
| Dighi | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Zolgaon | East | 2.92 km |
| Ghoti | South-West | 3.48 km |
| Kamathwada | North | 3.70 km |
| Raperi | East | 3.91 km |
| Pimpalgaon Kh. | West | 4.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Januna
Public transport in the Januna is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.4 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 Karanja to Januna is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Januna is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 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 >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 >10 km |
FAQs about Januna
Where is Januna located?
Januna village is located in Karanja Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Januna?
The Gram Panchayat of Januna is Ramnagar.
What is the pincode of Januna?
The pincode of Januna is 444105.
What is the population of Januna?
Januna has a total population of 513, including 269 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Januna?
There are 122 households in Januna.
What is the literacy rate in Januna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Januna is 78.75%. Male literacy is 86.99% and female literacy is 69.67%.