Kantora - Goilkera, West Singhbhum
Kantora is a village situated in the Goilkera subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 2 km from Goilkera and around 58 km from Chaibasa. Goilkera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kantora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantora is 377584. The village covers a total geographical area of 195 hectares and falls under the 833103 pincode.
Kantora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kantora
As per Census 2011, Kantora village has a total population of 552 people, consisting of 291 males and 261 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 230 literate and 322 illiterate residents. Additionally, 539 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kantora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 552 | 291 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 50 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 539 | 283 | 256 |
| Literate Population | 230 | 153 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 138 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Kantora
Kantora 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 Kantora
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kantora. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kantora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Kantora is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kantora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantora 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 Kantora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kantora
Where is Kantora located?
Kantora village is located in Goilkera Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantora?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantora is Goilkera.
What is the pincode of Kantora?
The pincode of Kantora is 833103.
What is the population of Kantora?
Kantora has a total population of 552, including 291 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Kantora?
There are 130 households in Kantora.
What is the literacy rate in Kantora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantora is 41.67%. Male literacy is 52.58% and female literacy is 29.50%.