Januki - Utraula, Balrampur
Januki is a village situated in the Utraula tehsil of Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Utraula and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Balrampur. Allah Nager serves as the Gram Panchayat for Januki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Januki is 173911. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.07 hectares and falls under the 271306 pincode. Utraula is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Januki 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 Januki
As per Census 2011, Januki village has a total population of 319 people, consisting of 156 males and 163 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 1,044 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 136 literate and 183 illiterate residents. Additionally, 129 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Januki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 319 | 156 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 65 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 88 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 68 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Januki
Januki 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagahia | South | 1.04 km |
| Tetarpur | West | 1.25 km |
| Baram | North | 1.25 km |
| Tilher | West | 1.34 km |
| Faguia | South | 1.59 km |
| Virda Bania Bhari | South-East | 1.62 km |
| Fattepur | North-East | 1.71 km |
| Sakara Pathak | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Lal Nagar (gair Aabad) | East | 1.98 km |
| Kohnia | West | 2.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Januki
Januki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Laiburwa Halt, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.1 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 Januki is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balrampur to Januki is about 33 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 Januki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Januki 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 Januki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Januki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Januki
Where is Januki located?
Januki village is located in Utraula Tehsil, Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Januki?
The Gram Panchayat of Januki is Allah Nager.
What is the pincode of Januki?
The pincode of Januki is 271306.
What is the population of Januki?
Januki has a total population of 319, including 156 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Januki?
There are 60 households in Januki.
What is the literacy rate in Januki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Januki is 42.63%. Male literacy is 56.41% and female literacy is 29.45%.