Kanthala
Kanthala is a village located in Pehowa tehsil of Kurukshetra district in Haryana, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Pehowa. Kurukshetra is the district headquarter of Kanthala village. As per 2009 stats, Kanthala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanthala unique in its vibrant Pehowa-Kurukshetra region. You’ll see Kanthala’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 Kanthala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanthala is 058396. The village spans a total geographical area of 509 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 136128. Pehowa is nearest town to Kanthala village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kanthala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Pehowa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kanthala
Population of Kanthala
According to the 2011 Census, Kanthala has a total population of about 2,007, with approximately 1,085 males and 922 females. The sex ratio is around 849 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 288 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 570 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 59.04%, with male literacy at about 65.90% and female literacy near 50.98%. There are around 354 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanthala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,007 | 1,085 | 922 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 288 | 166 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 570 | 294 | 276 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,185 | 715 | 470 |
| Illiterate Population | 822 | 370 | 452 |
Connectivity of Kanthala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanthala. As per the 2011 stats, Kanthala 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanthala
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanthala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanthala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanthala
- Where is Kanthala located?
- Kanthala village is situated in Pehowa Tehsil, within the Kurukshetra district of Haryana, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanthala?
- Kanthala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanthala?
- The pincode of Kanthala is 136128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanthala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanthala is 2,007, with 1,085 males and 922 females.
- How many households are there in Kanthala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanthala village has a total of 354 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanthala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanthala is 59.04%. The male literacy rate is 65.90%, while the female literacy rate is 50.98%.