Janisar - Jalalabad, Fazilka
Janisar is a village situated in the Jalalabad tehsil of Fazilka district, Punjab. It is located approximately 25 km from Jalalabad and around 80 km from Firozpur. Janisar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Janisar is 034941. The village covers a total geographical area of 558 hectares and falls under the 152033 pincode. Jalalabad is the nearest town.
Janisar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jalalabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Janisar
As per Census 2011, Janisar village has a total population of 439 people, consisting of 235 males and 204 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 250 literate and 189 illiterate residents. Additionally, 187 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Janisar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 439 | 235 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 101 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 154 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 81 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Janisar
Janisar 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 Janisar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Janisar.
| 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 Firozpur to Janisar is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Janisar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Janisar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Janisar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Janisar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Janisar
Where is Janisar located?
Janisar village is located in Jalalabad Tehsil, Fazilka district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Janisar?
Janisar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Janisar?
The pincode of Janisar is 152033.
What is the population of Janisar?
Janisar has a total population of 439, including 235 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Janisar?
There are 88 households in Janisar.
What is the literacy rate in Janisar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Janisar is 56.95%. Male literacy is 65.53% and female literacy is 47.06%.