Janiyawala - Chohtan, Barmer
Janiyawala is a village situated in the Chohtan tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chohtan and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Barmer. Khempura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Janiyawala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Janiyawala is 088833. The village covers a total geographical area of 358.9 hectares and falls under the 344708 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Janiyawala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chohtan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Janiyawala
According to the 2011 Census, Janiyawala village had a total population of 528 people, including 253 males and 275 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 1,087 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.83%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 49.32%.
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 | 528 | 253 | 275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 45 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 264 | 156 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 97 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Janiyawala
Janiyawala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Musalmano Ki Dhani | West | 1.39 km |
| Thoriyawala | North | 1.69 km |
| Roogpura | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Sakriya Tala | North-West | 2.75 km |
| Meethiya Tala | East | 2.85 km |
| Godaron Ka Tala | South | 3.51 km |
| Khempura | North | 3.63 km |
| Doodiya Kalan | South-East | 3.94 km |
| Mangta | North-East | 5.07 km |
| Leelsar Dakhnad | North-West | 5.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Janiyawala
Public transport in the Janiyawala is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jasai, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 146.3 km.
| 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 Barmer to Janiyawala is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Janiyawala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Janiyawala 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Janiyawala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Janiyawala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Janiyawala
Where is Janiyawala located?
Janiyawala village is located in Chohtan Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Janiyawala?
The Gram Panchayat of Janiyawala is Khempura.
What is the pincode of Janiyawala?
The pincode of Janiyawala is 344708.
What is the population of Janiyawala?
Janiyawala had a total population of 528, including 253 males and 275 females.
How many households are there in Janiyawala?
Janiyawala had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Janiyawala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Janiyawala was 61.83%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 49.32%.