Kante - Haroli, Una
Kante is a village situated in the Haroli tehsil of Una district, Himachal Pradesh. Palakwah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kante village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kante is 018850. The village covers a total geographical area of 509.67 hectares and falls under the 177220 pincode. Una is the nearest town.
Kante village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Haroli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kante
According to the 2011 Census, Kante village had a total population of 740 people, including 354 males and 386 females, living in 156 households. The sex ratio was 1,090 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.86%, with male literacy at 92.88% and female literacy at 73.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
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 | 740 | 354 | 386 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 31 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 551 | 300 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 54 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Kante
Kante 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 Kante
Kante is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kante.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Una to Kante is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kante
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kante village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kante
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kante village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kante
Where is Kante located?
Kante village is located in Haroli Tehsil, Una district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kante?
The Gram Panchayat of Kante is Palakwah.
What is the pincode of Kante?
The pincode of Kante is 177220.
What is the population of Kante?
Kante had a total population of 740, including 354 males and 386 females.
How many households are there in Kante?
Kante had 156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kante?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kante was 82.86%. Male literacy was 92.88% and female literacy was 73.39%.