Kanthal
Kanthal is a village located in Bani tehsil of Kathua district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Bani (tehsildar office) and 165km away from district headquarter Kathua.
Kanthal has its own place in the vibrant Kathua region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kanthal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanthal is 001769. The village spans a total geographical area of 1408 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 184206. Bani is nearest town to Kanthal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 1km away.
Google Map of Kanthal
Population of Kanthal
Below is a concise population overview of Kanthal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,584 | 1,356 | 1,228 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 403 | 217 | 186 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | N/A | 2 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,119 | 1,111 | 1,008 |
Literate Population | 1,363 | 906 | 457 |
Illiterate Population | 1,221 | 450 | 771 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanthal village:
- The total population of Kanthal village is around 2,584, including approximately 1,356 males and 1,228 females, with a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 403 children aged 0–6 years in Kanthal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kanthal village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,119 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kanthal village is about 52.75%, with male literacy at 66.81% and female literacy at 37.21%.
- There are around 459 households in Kanthal village.
Connectivity of Kanthal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanthal. As per the 2011 stats, Kanthal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanthal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanthal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanthal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanthal
- Where is Kanthal located?
- Kanthal village is situated in Bani Tehsil, within the Kathua district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the pincode of Kanthal?
- The pincode of Kanthal is 184206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanthal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanthal is 2,584, with 1,356 males and 1,228 females.
- How many households are there in Kanthal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanthal village has a total of 459 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanthal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanthal is 52.75%. The male literacy rate is 66.81%, while the female literacy rate is 37.21%.