Kantala - Ghogha, Bhavnagar
Kantala is a village situated in the Ghogha taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghogha and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Kantala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantala is 516330. The village covers a total geographical area of 328.92 hectares and falls under the 364120 pincode. Alang is the nearest town, located about 2 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 Bhavnagar Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kantala
As per Census 2011, Kantala village has a total population of 2,098 people, consisting of 1,072 males and 1,026 females. The village has 377 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 358 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,341 literate and 757 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kantala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,098 | 1,072 | 1,026 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 358 | 187 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 1,341 | 778 | 563 |
| Illiterate Population | 757 | 294 | 463 |
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
Public transport in the Kantala is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alang to Kantala is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Kantala is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 Ghogha Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantala?
Kantala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kantala?
The pincode of Kantala is 364120.
What is the population of Kantala?
Kantala has a total population of 2,098, including 1,072 males and 1,026 females.
How many households are there in Kantala?
There are 377 households in Kantala.
What is the literacy rate in Kantala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantala is 63.92%. Male literacy is 72.57% and female literacy is 54.87%.