Kantia - Belhar, Banka
Kantia is a village situated in the Belhar subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belhar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Hathiya Dara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kantia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantia is 241519. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 813202 pincode. Sultanganj is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kantia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Kantia
According to the 2011 Census, Kantia village had a total population of 436 people, including 239 males and 197 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 824 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.22%, with male literacy at 74.32% and female literacy at 46.25%.
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 | 436 | 239 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 56 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 136 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 103 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Kantia
Kantia 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 Kantia
Public transport in the Kantia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sultanganj to Kantia is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Kantia is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kantia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kantia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kantia
Where is Kantia located?
Kantia village is located in Belhar Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kantia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantia is Hathiya Dara.
What is the pincode of Kantia?
The pincode of Kantia is 813202.
What is the population of Kantia?
Kantia had a total population of 436, including 239 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Kantia?
Kantia had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantia was 61.22%. Male literacy was 74.32% and female literacy was 46.25%.