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
As per Census 2011, Kantala village has a total population of 1,388 people, consisting of 705 males and 683 females. The village has 243 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 234 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 705 literate and 683 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kantala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,388 | 705 | 683 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 119 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 42 | 36 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,388, including 705 males and 683 females.
How many households are there in Kantala?
There are 243 households in Kantala.
What is the literacy rate in Kantala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantala is 50.79%. Male literacy is 60.14% and female literacy is 41.14%.