Kantipur - Morvi, Morbi
Kantipur is a village situated in the Morvi taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Morvi and around 85 km from Rajkot. Kantipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantipur is 512684. The village falls under the 363641 pincode. Maliya is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kantipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tankara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kantipur
According to the 2011 Census, Kantipur village had a total population of 500 people, including 254 males and 246 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.94%, with male literacy at 96.62% and female literacy at 76.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 500 | 254 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 406 | 229 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 25 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Kantipur
Kantipur 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 Kantipur
Kantipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Kantipur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maliya to Kantipur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Kantipur is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kantipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kantipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kantipur
Where is Kantipur located?
Kantipur village is located in Morvi Taluka, Morbi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantipur?
Kantipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kantipur?
The pincode of Kantipur is 363641.
What is the population of Kantipur?
Kantipur had a total population of 500, including 254 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Kantipur?
Kantipur had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantipur was 86.94%. Male literacy was 96.62% and female literacy was 76.96%.