Kantho

Kantho is a village 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.

Kantho has its own place in the vibrant Saharsa 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 Kantho

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kantho is 226600. The village spans a total geographical area of 221 hectares. Saharsa is nearest town to Kantho village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Kantho

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,031 2,069 1,962
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 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

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

  • The total population of Kantho village is around 4,031, including approximately 2,069 males and 1,962 females, with a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 937 children aged 0–6 years in Kantho village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kantho village has 950 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kantho village is about 27.24%, with male literacy at 33.40% and female literacy at 20.74%.
  • There are around 817 households in Kantho village.

Connectivity of Kantho

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kantho. As per the 2011 stats, Kantho 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 village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kantho

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

Mohanpur Saraunja Thana Sitanabad Saraunja Hario Shankarpur Chapram Baghwa Manjhwa Gopalpur Paharpur Tilanthi

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%.