Janigaon - Sandila, Hardoi
Janigaon is a village situated in the Sandila tehsil of Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sandila and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Hardoi. Janigaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Janigaon is 140850. The village covers a total geographical area of 875.72 hectares and falls under the 241203 pincode. Sandila is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Janigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sandila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Misrikh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Janigaon
According to the 2011 Census, Janigaon village had a total population of 5,817 people, including 3,102 males and 2,715 females, living in 1,079 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.59%, with male literacy at 72.34% and female literacy at 51.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,460.
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 | 5,817 | 3,102 | 2,715 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 899 | 466 | 433 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,460 | 791 | 669 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,078 | 1,907 | 1,171 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,739 | 1,195 | 1,544 |
Nearby Villages of Janigaon
Janigaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harpalpur | North-West | 1.68 km |
| Shankarpur | North | 1.81 km |
| Jalalpur | South | 2.41 km |
| Jaitapur | North-West | 2.44 km |
| Bastapur | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Raypur | North-East | 2.81 km |
| Sonikpur | West | 2.91 km |
| Gony | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Naramadnapur | North-West | 3.06 km |
| Rammadarpur | East | 3.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Janigaon
Janigaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Beniganj, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sandila to Janigaon is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hardoi to Janigaon is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Janigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Janigaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Janigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Janigaon 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Janigaon
Where is Janigaon located?
Janigaon village is located in Sandila Tehsil, Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Janigaon?
Janigaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Janigaon?
The pincode of Janigaon is 241203.
What is the population of Janigaon?
Janigaon had a total population of 5,817, including 3,102 males and 2,715 females.
How many households are there in Janigaon?
Janigaon had 1,079 households.
What is the literacy rate in Janigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Janigaon was 62.59%. Male literacy was 72.34% and female literacy was 51.31%.