Kantol
Kantol is a village located in Kutiyana taluka of Porbandar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Kutiyana (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Porbandar. As per 2009 stats, Kantol village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kantol unique in its vibrant Kutiyana-Porbandar region. You’ll see Kantol’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 Kantol
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kantol is 514332. The village spans a total geographical area of 887.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 362620. Kutiyana is nearest town to Kantol village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Kantol
Population of Kantol
According to the 2011 Census, Kantol has a total population of about 886, with approximately 452 males and 434 females. The sex ratio is around 960 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 100 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 606 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.08%, with male literacy at about 73.89% and female literacy near 49.77%. There are around 213 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kantol's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 886 | 452 | 434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 48 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 606 | 321 | 285 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 550 | 334 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 336 | 118 | 218 |
Connectivity of Kantol
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kantol. As per the 2011 stats, Kantol 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 Kantol
Knowing the nearby villages of Kantol helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kantol.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kantol
- Where is Kantol located?
- Kantol village is situated in Kutiyana Taluka, within the Porbandar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kantol?
- Kantol serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kantol?
- The pincode of Kantol is 362620, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kantol as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantol is 886, with 452 males and 434 females.
- How many households are there in Kantol as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kantol village has a total of 213 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kantol as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantol is 62.08%. The male literacy rate is 73.89%, while the female literacy rate is 49.77%.