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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Janardandi
As per Census 2011, Janardandi village has a total population of 686 people, consisting of 352 males and 334 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 437 literate and 249 illiterate residents. Additionally, 219 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Janardandi are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 686, including 352 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Janardandi?
There are 134 households in Janardandi.
What is the literacy rate in Janardandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Janardandi is 63.70%. Male literacy is 73.58% and female literacy is 53.29%.