Janta - Ranikhet, Almora
Janta is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Janta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Janta is 052551. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.52 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Janta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Janta
According to the 2011 Census, Janta village had a total population of 187 people, including 84 males and 103 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,226 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.32%, with male literacy at 86.57% and female literacy at 67.03%.
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 | 187 | 84 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 58 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 26 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Janta
Janta 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 Janta
Janta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Almora to Janta is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Janta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Janta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Janta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Janta 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 Janta
Where is Janta located?
Janta village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Janta?
Janta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Janta?
The pincode of Janta is 263645.
What is the population of Janta?
Janta had a total population of 187, including 84 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Janta?
Janta had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Janta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Janta was 75.32%. Male literacy was 86.57% and female literacy was 67.03%.