Kanthan
Kanthan is a village located in Gool Gulabgarh tehsil of Reasi district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Gool-gulabgarh (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Reasi.
Kanthan has its own place in the vibrant Reasi 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 Kanthan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanthan is 005212. The village spans a total geographical area of 1409.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182313. Reasi is nearest town to Kanthan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Kanthan
Population of Kanthan
Below is a concise population overview of Kanthan 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 | 2,416 | 1,272 | 1,144 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 415 | 226 | 189 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 581 | 308 | 273 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 193 | 102 | 91 |
Literate Population | 1,170 | 730 | 440 |
Illiterate Population | 1,246 | 542 | 704 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanthan village:
- The total population of Kanthan village is around 2,416, including approximately 1,272 males and 1,144 females, with a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 415 children aged 0–6 years in Kanthan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kanthan village has 581 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 193 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kanthan village is about 48.43%, with male literacy at 57.39% and female literacy at 38.46%.
- There are around 441 households in Kanthan village.
Connectivity of Kanthan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanthan. As per the 2011 stats, Kanthan 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 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanthan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanthan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanthan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanthan
- Where is Kanthan located?
- Kanthan village is situated in Gool Gulabgarh Tehsil, within the Reasi district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the pincode of Kanthan?
- The pincode of Kanthan is 182313, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanthan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanthan is 2,416, with 1,272 males and 1,144 females.
- How many households are there in Kanthan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanthan village has a total of 441 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanthan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanthan is 48.43%. The male literacy rate is 57.39%, while the female literacy rate is 38.46%.