Kanta

Kanta is a village 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.

Kanta has its own place in the vibrant Katihar 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 Kanta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanta is 224700. The village spans a total geographical area of 191 hectares. Katihar is nearest town to Kanta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.

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Population of Kanta

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,761 2,971 2,790
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 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

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

  • The total population of Kanta village is around 5,761, including approximately 2,971 males and 2,790 females, with a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 976 children aged 0–6 years in Kanta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kanta village has 556 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 238 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kanta village is about 57.68%, with male literacy at 61.83% and female literacy at 53.26%.
  • There are around 1,167 households in Kanta village.

Connectivity of Kanta

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanta. As per the 2011 stats, Kanta 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kanta

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

Bathaura Arazi Unaso Pachgachhi Bijahar Sohasa Dukhara Nijhura Nijhra Kamru Pothia Bhogaon Pellagor

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%.