Jana - Ranikhet, Almora
Jana is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Nainii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jana is 052293. The village covers a total geographical area of 205.59 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Jana 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 Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jana
According to the 2011 Census, Jana village had a total population of 237 people, including 112 males and 125 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,116 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.35%, with male literacy at 96.74% and female literacy at 70.54%.
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 | 237 | 112 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 89 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 23 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Jana
Jana 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 Jana
Public transport in the Jana is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Ranikhet to Jana is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Jana is about 40 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 Jana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jana 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 Jana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jana 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 Jana
Where is Jana located?
Jana village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jana?
The Gram Panchayat of Jana is Nainii.
What is the pincode of Jana?
The pincode of Jana is 263645.
What is the population of Jana?
Jana had a total population of 237, including 112 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Jana?
Jana had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jana was 82.35%. Male literacy was 96.74% and female literacy was 70.54%.