Kantho
About Kantho
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kantho village is 226600. Kantho village is located in Simri Bakhtiarpur subdivision of Saharsa district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Simri Bakhtiarpur (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Saharsa. As per 2009 stats, Kantho village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 221 hectares. Kantho has a total population of 4,031 peoples, out of which male population is 2,069 while female population is 1,962. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 948 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kantho village is 27.24% out of which 33.40% males and 20.74% females are literate. There are about 817 houses in kantho village.
Saharsa is nearest town to kantho village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Kantho
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,031 | 2,069 | 1,962 |
| Children (0-6) | 937 | 469 | 468 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 950 | 478 | 472 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,098 | 691 | 407 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,933 | 1,378 | 1,555 |
Connectivity of Kantho
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kantho
Where is Kantho located?
Kantho village is situated in Simri Bakhtiarpur Subdivision, within the Saharsa district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantho?
Kantho serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Kantho as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantho is 4,031, with 2,069 males and 1,962 females.
How many households are there in Kantho as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kantho village has a total of 817 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantho as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantho is 27.24%. The male literacy rate is 33.40%, while the female literacy rate is 20.74%.