Kanta
About Kanta
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kanta village is 224700. Kanta village is located in Kadwa subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Kadwa (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Kantia is the gram panchayat of Kanta village.
The total geographical area of village is 191 hectares. Kanta has a total population of 5,761 peoples, out of which male population is 2,971 while female population is 2,790. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 939 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kanta village is 57.68% out of which 61.83% males and 53.26% females are literate. There are about 1,167 houses in kanta village.
Katihar is nearest town to kanta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
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Population of Kanta
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,761 | 2,971 | 2,790 |
| Children (0-6) | 976 | 484 | 492 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 556 | 279 | 277 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 238 | 121 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 3,323 | 1,837 | 1,486 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,438 | 1,134 | 1,304 |
Connectivity of Kanta
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kanta
Where is Kanta located?
Kanta village is situated in Kadwa Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanta?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanta is Kantia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Kanta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanta is 5,761, with 2,971 males and 2,790 females.
How many households are there in Kanta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kanta village has a total of 1,167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanta is 57.68%. The male literacy rate is 61.83%, while the female literacy rate is 53.26%.