Kantia

Kantia is a village located in Belhar subdivision of Banka district in Bihar, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Belhar (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Banka. As per 2009 stats, Hathiya Dara is the gram panchayat of Kantia village.

Kantia has its own place in the vibrant Banka region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kantia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kantia is 241519. The village spans a total geographical area of 49 hectares. Sultanganj is nearest town to Kantia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.

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Population of Kantia

Below is a concise population overview of Kantia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 436 239 197
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 93 56 37
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 210 136 74
Illiterate Population 226 103 123

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kantia village:

  • The total population of Kantia village is around 436, including approximately 239 males and 197 females, with a sex ratio of 824 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 93 children aged 0–6 years in Kantia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Kantia village is about 48.17%, with male literacy at 56.90% and female literacy at 37.56%.
  • There are around 95 households in Kantia village.

Connectivity of Kantia

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kantia. As per the 2011 stats, Kantia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kantia

Knowing the nearby villages of Kantia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kantia.

Kamalpur Jamua Gowaldih Bilkara Pasia Sinpur Chakwara Champatari Baghaunia Chhagarchara Rasmahua

Frequently Asked Questions about Kantia

Where is Kantia located?
Kantia village is situated in Belhar Subdivision, within the Banka district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantia is Hathiya Dara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Kantia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantia is 436, with 239 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Kantia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kantia village has a total of 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantia is 48.17%. The male literacy rate is 56.90%, while the female literacy rate is 37.56%.