Kantrodi - Jesar, Bhavnagar
Kantrodi is a village situated in the Jesar taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from Savar Kundla and around 67 km from Amreli. Kantrodi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantrodi is 515790. The village covers a total geographical area of 1933.78 hectares and falls under the 364525 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Kantrodi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Savarkundla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kantrodi
According to the 2011 Census, Kantrodi village had a total population of 3,385 people, including 1,750 males and 1,635 females, living in 658 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.96%, with male literacy at 82.27% and female literacy at 65.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 199, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 3,385 | 1,750 | 1,635 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 439 | 233 | 206 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 199 | 91 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,179 | 1,248 | 931 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,206 | 502 | 704 |
Nearby Villages of Kantrodi
Kantrodi 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 Kantrodi
Public transport in the Kantrodi 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 Kantrodi is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Kantrodi is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kantrodi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantrodi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kantrodi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantrodi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kantrodi
Where is Kantrodi located?
Kantrodi village is located in Jesar Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantrodi?
Kantrodi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kantrodi?
The pincode of Kantrodi is 364525.
What is the population of Kantrodi?
Kantrodi had a total population of 3,385, including 1,750 males and 1,635 females.
How many households are there in Kantrodi?
Kantrodi had 658 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantrodi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantrodi was 73.96%. Male literacy was 82.27% and female literacy was 65.15%.