Janardandi - Neturia, Purulia
Janardandi is a village situated in the Neturia subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 1.8 km from Neturia and around 55 km from Purulia. Janardandih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Janardandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Janardandi is 330420. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.07 hectares and falls under the 723142 pincode. Raghunathpur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Janardandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Janardandi
According to the 2011 Census, Janardandi village had a total population of 686 people, including 352 males and 334 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.83%, with male literacy at 82.75% and female literacy at 62.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 219, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 686 | 352 | 334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 39 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 219 | 116 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 437 | 259 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 93 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Janardandi
Janardandi 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 Janardandi
Janardandi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. Janardandi has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raghunathpur to Janardandi is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Janardandi is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Janardandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Janardandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Janardandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Janardandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Janardandi
Where is Janardandi located?
Janardandi village is located in Neturia Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Janardandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Janardandi is Janardandih.
What is the pincode of Janardandi?
The pincode of Janardandi is 723142.
What is the population of Janardandi?
Janardandi had a total population of 686, including 352 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Janardandi?
Janardandi had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Janardandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Janardandi was 72.83%. Male literacy was 82.75% and female literacy was 62.02%.