Kantu
Kantu is a village located in Ghoghamba taluka of Panch Mahals district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Ghoghamba (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Godhra. As per 2009 stats, Kantu village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kantu unique in its vibrant Ghoghamba-Panch Mahals region. You’ll see Kantu’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kantu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kantu is 518745. The village spans a total geographical area of 861.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 389380. Devgadbaria is nearest town to Kantu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Kantu
Population of Kantu
According to the 2011 Census, Kantu has a total population of about 3,583, with approximately 1,797 males and 1,786 females. The sex ratio is around 993 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 617 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 35 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,431. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.72%, with male literacy at about 51.75% and female literacy near 29.62%. There are around 548 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kantu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,583 | 1,797 | 1,786 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 617 | 300 | 317 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,431 | 712 | 719 |
| Literate Population | 1,459 | 930 | 529 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,124 | 867 | 1,257 |
Connectivity of Kantu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kantu. As per the 2011 stats, Kantu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kantu
Knowing the nearby villages of Kantu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kantu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kantu
- Where is Kantu located?
- Kantu village is situated in Ghoghamba Taluka, within the Panch Mahals 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 389380, 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 3,583, with 1,797 males and 1,786 females.
- How many households are there in Kantu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kantu village has a total of 548 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kantu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantu is 40.72%. The male literacy rate is 51.75%, while the female literacy rate is 29.62%.