Kantar - Kothmba, Mahisagar
Kantar is a village situated in the Kothmba taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Lunawada and around 40 km from Godhra. Jesola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kantar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantar is 518351. The village covers a total geographical area of 736.36 hectares and falls under the 389230 pincode. Lunawada is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kantar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lunawada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kantar
As per Census 2011, Kantar village has a total population of 1,693 people, consisting of 872 males and 821 females. The village has 301 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 254 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,136 literate and 557 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kantar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,693 | 872 | 821 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 135 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,136 | 658 | 478 |
| Illiterate Population | 557 | 214 | 343 |
Nearby Villages of Kantar
Kantar 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 Kantar
Kantar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Lunawada to Kantar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Kantar is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kantar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kantar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kantar
Where is Kantar located?
Kantar village is located in Kothmba Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantar is Jesola.
What is the pincode of Kantar?
The pincode of Kantar is 389230.
What is the population of Kantar?
Kantar has a total population of 1,693, including 872 males and 821 females.
How many households are there in Kantar?
There are 301 households in Kantar.
What is the literacy rate in Kantar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantar is 67.10%. Male literacy is 75.46% and female literacy is 58.22%.