Januri - Suri - II, Birbhum
Januri is a village situated in the Suri - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. Koma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Januri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Januri is 317175. The village covers a total geographical area of 233.44 hectares and falls under the 731102 pincode. Suri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Januri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Januri
As per Census 2011, Januri village has a total population of 1,332 people, consisting of 688 males and 644 females. The village has 307 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 819 literate and 513 illiterate residents. Additionally, 923 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 89 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Januri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,332 | 688 | 644 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 74 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 923 | 476 | 447 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 46 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 819 | 479 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 513 | 209 | 304 |
Nearby Villages of Januri
Januri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dolgobindapur | South-West | 0.81 km |
| Liara | South | 1.30 km |
| Rajnagar | North-East | 1.44 km |
| Koma | North-East | 1.48 km |
| Barihat | West | 1.53 km |
| Meherpur | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Dakshin Metegram | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Muradpur | South-East | 1.99 km |
| Agar | West | 2.05 km |
| Bhurkuna | West | 2.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Januri
Januri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Siuri, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.6 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Suri to Januri is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Januri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Januri 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Januri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Januri 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Januri
Where is Januri located?
Januri village is located in Suri - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Januri?
The Gram Panchayat of Januri is Koma.
What is the pincode of Januri?
The pincode of Januri is 731102.
What is the population of Januri?
Januri has a total population of 1,332, including 688 males and 644 females.
How many households are there in Januri?
There are 307 households in Januri.
What is the literacy rate in Januri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Januri is 61.49%. Male literacy is 69.62% and female literacy is 52.80%.