Kantu
About Kantu
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kantu village is 519618. Kantu village is located in Dhanpur taluka of Dohad district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Dhanpur (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Dohad. As per 2009 stats, Kantu village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 950.61 hectares. Kantu has a total population of 2,012 peoples, out of which male population is 966 while female population is 1,046. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1082 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kantu village is 39.66% out of which 46.48% males and 33.37% females are literate. There are about 274 houses in kantu village. Pincode of kantu village locality is 389382.
When it comes to administration, Kantu village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kantu village comes under Garbada Vidhan Sabha constituency & Dahod Lok Sabha constituency. Dohad is nearest town to kantu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Kantu
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,012 | 966 | 1,046 |
| Children (0-6) | 596 | 271 | 325 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,006 | 963 | 1,043 |
| Literate Population | 798 | 449 | 349 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,214 | 517 | 697 |
Connectivity of Kantu
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kantu
Where is Kantu located?
Kantu village is situated in Dhanpur Taluka, within the Dohad district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantu?
Kantu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kantu?
The pincode of Kantu is 389382, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kantu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantu is 2,012, with 966 males and 1,046 females.
How many households are there in Kantu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kantu village has a total of 274 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantu is 39.66%. The male literacy rate is 46.48%, while the female literacy rate is 33.37%.