Kant
Kant is a village located in Barhampur subdivision of Buxar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Barhampur (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Buxar. As per 2009 stats, Kant village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kant unique in its vibrant Barhampur-Buxar region. You’ll see Kant’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kant
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kant is 248019. The village spans a total geographical area of 643.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 802112. Dumraon is nearest town to Kant village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
Google Map of Kant
Population of Kant
According to the 2011 Census, Kant has a total population of about 6,004, with approximately 3,086 males and 2,918 females. The sex ratio is around 945 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,073 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 502 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.31%, with male literacy at about 65.20% and female literacy near 42.80%. There are around 932 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kant's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,004 | 3,086 | 2,918 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,073 | 521 | 552 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 502 | 267 | 235 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,261 | 2,012 | 1,249 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,743 | 1,074 | 1,669 |
Connectivity of Kant
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kant. As per the 2011 stats, Kant had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kant
Knowing the nearby villages of Kant helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kant.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kant
- Where is Kant located?
- Kant village is situated in Barhampur Subdivision, within the Buxar district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kant?
- Kant serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kant?
- The pincode of Kant is 802112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kant as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kant is 6,004, with 3,086 males and 2,918 females.
- How many households are there in Kant as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kant village has a total of 932 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kant as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kant is 54.31%. The male literacy rate is 65.20%, while the female literacy rate is 42.80%.