Kontari

Kontari is a village located in Bandgaon subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Bandgaon (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Chaibasa. As per 2009 stats, Meromgutu is the gram panchayat of Kontari village.

Kontari has its own place in the vibrant Pashchimi Singhbhum 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 Kontari

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kontari is 377111. The village spans a total geographical area of 141 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835216. Bandgaon is nearest town to Kontari village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Kontari 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 Chakradharpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kontari

Below is a concise population overview of Kontari as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 360 192 168
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 83 41 42
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 360 192 168
Literate Population 160 109 51
Illiterate Population 200 83 117

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kontari village:

  • The total population of Kontari village is around 360, including approximately 192 males and 168 females, with a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 83 children aged 0–6 years in Kontari village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kontari village has 360 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kontari village is about 44.44%, with male literacy at 56.77% and female literacy at 30.36%.
  • There are around 64 households in Kontari village.

Connectivity of Kontari

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kontari. As per the 2011 stats, Kontari had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kontari

Knowing the nearby villages of Kontari helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kontari.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kontari

Where is Kontari located?
Kontari village is situated in Bandgaon Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kontari?
The Gram Panchayat of Kontari is Meromgutu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kontari?
The pincode of Kontari is 835216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kontari as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kontari is 360, with 192 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Kontari as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kontari village has a total of 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kontari as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kontari is 44.44%. The male literacy rate is 56.77%, while the female literacy rate is 30.36%.