Janakpur - Tarbha, Sonepur
Janakpur is a village situated in the Tarbha tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 52 km from Tarbha and around 52 km from Subarnapur. Kumbharmunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Janakpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Janakpur is 419767. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 767016 pincode. Tarbha is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Janakpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Janakpur
According to the 2011 Census, Janakpur village had a total population of 207 people, including 105 males and 102 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.14%, with male literacy at 84.88% and female literacy at 53.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 207 | 105 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 42 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 73 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 32 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Janakpur
Janakpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Janakpur
Janakpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Tarbha to Janakpur is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Janakpur is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Janakpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Janakpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Janakpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Janakpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Janakpur
Where is Janakpur located?
Janakpur village is located in Tarbha Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Janakpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Janakpur is Kumbharmunda.
What is the pincode of Janakpur?
The pincode of Janakpur is 767016.
What is the population of Janakpur?
Janakpur had a total population of 207, including 105 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Janakpur?
Janakpur had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Janakpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Janakpur was 69.14%. Male literacy was 84.88% and female literacy was 53.93%.