Januka Goojer - Utraula, Balrampur
Januka Goojer is a village situated in the Utraula tehsil of Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Utraula and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Balrampur. Badalpur Chaukharia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Januka Goojer village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Januka Goojer is 173974. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.1 hectares and falls under the 271306 pincode. Utraula is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Januka Goojer village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Utraula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Januka Goojer
According to the 2011 Census, Januka Goojer village had a total population of 437 people, including 211 males and 226 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 24.59%, with male literacy at 33.15% and female literacy at 16.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 56.
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 | 437 | 211 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 30 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 26 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 60 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 151 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Januka Goojer
Januka Goojer 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dilawalpur | East | 0.88 km |
| Majhowa Kurthua | North-West | 0.97 km |
| Rampur Murar | South-West | 1.12 km |
| Baram Bhari | South | 1.49 km |
| Ganveria Bujurg | South | 1.63 km |
| Badalpur Chaukharia | North | 1.78 km |
| Jogia Karaiya | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Kurthuie | West | 1.97 km |
| Bhairampur | East | 2.05 km |
| Gahraula | South-East | 2.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Januka Goojer
Januka Goojer is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gainjahwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Utraula to Januka Goojer is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balrampur to Januka Goojer is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Januka Goojer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Januka Goojer village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Januka Goojer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Januka Goojer 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 Januka Goojer
Where is Januka Goojer located?
Januka Goojer village is located in Utraula Tehsil, Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Januka Goojer?
The Gram Panchayat of Januka Goojer is Badalpur Chaukharia.
What is the pincode of Januka Goojer?
The pincode of Januka Goojer is 271306.
What is the population of Januka Goojer?
Januka Goojer had a total population of 437, including 211 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Januka Goojer?
Januka Goojer had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Januka Goojer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Januka Goojer was 24.59%. Male literacy was 33.15% and female literacy was 16.40%.