Kantala - Khambha, Amreli
Kantala is a village situated in the Khambha taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khambha and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Babarpur-kantala-chakravav serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kantala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantala is 515862. The village covers a total geographical area of 733.65 hectares and falls under the 365650 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Kantala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kantala
According to the 2011 Census, Kantala village had a total population of 1,388 people, including 705 males and 683 females, living in 243 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.09%, with male literacy at 72.35% and female literacy at 49.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 78.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,388 | 705 | 683 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 119 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 42 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 705 | 424 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 683 | 281 | 402 |
Nearby Villages of Kantala
Kantala is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kantala
Kantala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Savar Kundla to Kantala is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Kantala is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kantala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kantala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kantala
Where is Kantala located?
Kantala village is located in Khambha Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantala?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantala is Babarpur-kantala-chakravav.
What is the pincode of Kantala?
The pincode of Kantala is 365650.
What is the population of Kantala?
Kantala had a total population of 1,388, including 705 males and 683 females.
How many households are there in Kantala?
Kantala had 243 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantala was 61.09%. Male literacy was 72.35% and female literacy was 49.47%.