Januna - Mahagaon, Yavatmal
Januna is a village situated in the Mahagaon tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahagaon and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Amni Kd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Januna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Januna is 543168. The village covers a total geographical area of 461.46 hectares and falls under the 445205 pincode. Pusad is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Januna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umarkhed Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Januna
According to the 2011 Census, Januna village had a total population of 341 people, including 167 males and 174 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 1,042 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.59%, with male literacy at 94.07% and female literacy at 75.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 318.
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 | 341 | 167 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 318 | 158 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 236 | 127 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 40 | 65 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amboda | North | 3.03 km |
| Karajkhed | North-East | 3.17 km |
| Kalgaon | West | 3.22 km |
| Amani Bk. | South | 3.83 km |
| Mahagaon | South-West | 4.00 km |
| Waghnath | North-East | 4.27 km |
| Chilgavhan | North | 5.31 km |
| Kasarbehel | East | 5.45 km |
| Pipari E. | South | 5.81 km |
| Bhamb | South-East | 5.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Januna
Public transport in the Januna is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Himayatnagar, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Pusad to Januna is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Januna is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Januna
Where is Januna located?
Januna village is located in Mahagaon Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Januna?
The Gram Panchayat of Januna is Amni Kd.
What is the pincode of Januna?
The pincode of Januna is 445205.
What is the population of Januna?
Januna had a total population of 341, including 167 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Januna?
Januna had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Januna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Januna was 84.59%. Male literacy was 94.07% and female literacy was 75.69%.