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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Januna village had a total population of 513 people, including 269 males and 244 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.18%, with male literacy at 96.69% and female literacy at 80.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 78.
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 | 513 | 269 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 27 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 35 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Village Panchayat of Januna?
The Village Panchayat of Januna is Ramnagar.
What is the pincode of Januna?
The pincode of Januna is 444105.
What is the population of Januna?
Januna had a total population of 513, including 269 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Januna?
Januna had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Januna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Januna was 89.18%. Male literacy was 96.69% and female literacy was 80.57%.