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
According to the 2011 Census, Janisar village had a total population of 439 people, including 235 males and 204 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.50%, with male literacy at 71.96% and female literacy at 51.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 187.
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 | 439 | 235 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 101 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 439, including 235 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Janisar?
Janisar had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Janisar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Janisar was 62.50%. Male literacy was 71.96% and female literacy was 51.61%.