Jania - Amritsar -I, Amritsar
Jania is a village situated in the Amritsar -I tehsil of Amritsar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amritsar -i and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Amritsar . Janian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jania is 037540. The village covers a total geographical area of 344 hectares and falls under the 143413 pincode. Jandiala is the nearest town.
Jania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jandiala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khadoor Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jania
As per Census 2011, Jania village has a total population of 2,286 people, consisting of 1,187 males and 1,099 females. The village has 457 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 227 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,488 literate and 798 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,180 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jania are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,286 | 1,187 | 1,099 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 110 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,180 | 612 | 568 |
| Literate Population | 1,488 | 845 | 643 |
| Illiterate Population | 798 | 342 | 456 |
Nearby Villages of Jania
Jania 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 Jania
Jania is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Amritsar to Jania is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jania village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jania 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jania
Where is Jania located?
Jania village is located in Amritsar -I Tehsil, Amritsar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jania?
The Gram Panchayat of Jania is Janian.
What is the pincode of Jania?
The pincode of Jania is 143413.
What is the population of Jania?
Jania has a total population of 2,286, including 1,187 males and 1,099 females.
How many households are there in Jania?
There are 457 households in Jania.
What is the literacy rate in Jania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jania is 65.09%. Male literacy is 71.19% and female literacy is 58.51%.