Januna Village - Pusad, Yavatmal
Januna is a village situated in the Pusad tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pusad and around 127 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Januna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Januna is 542849. The village covers a total geographical area of 1244.15 hectares and falls under the 445204 pincode. Pusad is the nearest town, located about 31 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 Pusad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Januna
As per Census 2011, Januna village has a total population of 1,758 people, consisting of 903 males and 855 females. The village has 432 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 231 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,142 literate and 616 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 617 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Januna are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,758 | 903 | 855 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 133 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 37 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 617 | 316 | 301 |
| Literate Population | 1,142 | 665 | 477 |
| Illiterate Population | 616 | 238 | 378 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Singarwadi | North | 2.85 km |
| Amrutnagar | South | 3.33 km |
| Gajipur | East | 3.50 km |
| Dhanora Ijara | North | 4.05 km |
| Jamb Bajar | North-East | 4.24 km |
| Nandura Ijara | North-West | 4.43 km |
| Hiwalni T | South-West | 4.71 km |
| Khandala | South | 4.80 km |
| Kurhadi | North | 5.23 km |
| Adgaon | South | 5.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Januna
Januna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kanhargaon Naka, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.9 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 Pusad to Januna is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Januna is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Januna
Where is Januna located?
Januna village is located in Pusad Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Januna?
Januna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Januna?
The pincode of Januna is 445204.
What is the population of Januna?
Januna has a total population of 1,758, including 903 males and 855 females.
How many households are there in Januna?
There are 432 households in Januna.
What is the literacy rate in Januna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Januna is 64.96%. Male literacy is 73.64% and female literacy is 55.79%.