Januna - Umarkhed, Yavatmal
Januna is a village situated in the Umarkhed tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umarkhed and around 117 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Januna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Januna is 542931. The village covers a total geographical area of 356.37 hectares and falls under the 445206 pincode. Umarkhed is the nearest town, located about 16 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
As per Census 2011, Januna village has a total population of 1,662 people, consisting of 861 males and 801 females. The village has 334 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 270 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,055 literate and 607 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 843 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Januna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,662 | 861 | 801 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 270 | 136 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 55 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 843 | 435 | 408 |
| Literate Population | 1,055 | 627 | 428 |
| Illiterate Population | 607 | 234 | 373 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pophali | South-West | 1.56 km |
| Gaganmal | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Ambali | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Vasantnagar | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Taroda | West | 3.54 km |
| Kalambula | West | 3.68 km |
| Pimpri Diwat | South-West | 4.33 km |
| Palshi | South | 4.53 km |
| Pahunmari | North-West | 4.78 km |
| Kupti | South | 4.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Januna
Public transport in the Januna is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Julgaon Deccan, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkhed to Januna is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Januna is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 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 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 >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 Umarkhed 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 445206.
What is the population of Januna?
Januna has a total population of 1,662, including 861 males and 801 females.
How many households are there in Januna?
There are 334 households in Januna.
What is the literacy rate in Januna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Januna is 63.48%. Male literacy is 72.82% and female literacy is 53.43%.