Kantasar - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Kantasar is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Kantasar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantasar is 516746. The village covers a total geographical area of 731.3 hectares and falls under the 364295 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kantasar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahuva Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kantasar
According to the 2011 Census, Kantasar village had a total population of 2,196 people, including 1,103 males and 1,093 females, living in 415 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.00%, with male literacy at 82.86% and female literacy at 56.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 176, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 2,196 | 1,103 | 1,093 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 306 | 152 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 81 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,323 | 788 | 535 |
| Illiterate Population | 873 | 315 | 558 |
Nearby Villages of Kantasar
Kantasar 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 Kantasar
Kantasar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahuva to Kantasar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Kantasar is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kantasar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantasar 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 Kantasar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantasar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kantasar
Where is Kantasar located?
Kantasar village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kantasar?
Kantasar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kantasar?
The pincode of Kantasar is 364295.
What is the population of Kantasar?
Kantasar had a total population of 2,196, including 1,103 males and 1,093 females.
How many households are there in Kantasar?
Kantasar had 415 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantasar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantasar was 70.00%. Male literacy was 82.86% and female literacy was 56.98%.