Kantu - Ghoghamba, Panch Mahals
Kantu is a village situated in the Ghoghamba taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghoghamba and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Kantu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantu is 518745. The village covers a total geographical area of 861.89 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Devgadbaria is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kantu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kantu
As per Census 2011, Kantu village has a total population of 3,583 people, consisting of 1,797 males and 1,786 females. The village has 548 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 617 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,459 literate and 2,124 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,431 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kantu are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kantu
Kantu 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 Kantu
Kantu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Kantu 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 Devgadbaria to Kantu is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Kantu is about 36 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 Kantu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantu 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 Kantu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kantu
Where is Kantu located?
Kantu village is located in Ghoghamba Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantu?
Kantu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kantu?
The pincode of Kantu is 389380.
What is the population of Kantu?
Kantu has a total population of 3,583, including 1,797 males and 1,786 females.
How many households are there in Kantu?
There are 548 households in Kantu.
What is the literacy rate in Kantu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantu is 40.72%. Male literacy is 51.75% and female literacy is 29.62%.