Kanti
Kanti is a village located in Chandwara subdivision of Kodarma district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Chandwara (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Koderma. As per 2009 stats, Kanti village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanti unique in its vibrant Chandwara-Kodarma region. You’ll see Kanti’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 Kanti
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanti is 350076. The village spans a total geographical area of 480 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825413. Jhumri Tilaiya is nearest town to Kanti village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kanti 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 Barkatha Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kodarma Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kanti
Population of Kanti
According to the 2011 Census, Kanti has a total population of about 4,601, with approximately 2,785 males and 1,816 females. The sex ratio is around 652 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 589 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 465 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 58. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.03%, with male literacy at about 82.30% and female literacy near 56.28%. There are around 706 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanti's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,601 | 2,785 | 1,816 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 589 | 321 | 268 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 465 | 276 | 189 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 50 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 3,314 | 2,292 | 1,022 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,287 | 493 | 794 |
Connectivity of Kanti
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanti. As per the 2011 stats, Kanti had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanti
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanti helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanti.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanti
- Where is Kanti located?
- Kanti village is situated in Chandwara Subdivision, within the Kodarma district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanti?
- Kanti serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanti?
- The pincode of Kanti is 825413, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanti is 4,601, with 2,785 males and 1,816 females.
- How many households are there in Kanti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanti village has a total of 706 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanti as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanti is 72.03%. The male literacy rate is 82.30%, while the female literacy rate is 56.28%.