Kanta
Kanta is a village located in Bano subdivision of Simdega district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 55km away from sub-district headquarter Bano (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Simdega. As per 2009 stats, Raikera is the gram panchayat of Kanta village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanta unique in its vibrant Bano-Simdega region. You’ll see Kanta’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 Kanta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanta is 376763. The village spans a total geographical area of 211 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835201. Bano is nearest town to Kanta village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kanta
Population of Kanta
According to the 2011 Census, Kanta has a total population of about 306, with approximately 151 males and 155 females. The sex ratio is around 1026 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 56 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 78 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 227. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.29%, with male literacy at about 62.25% and female literacy near 42.58%. There are around 64 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 306 | 151 | 155 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 23 | 33 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 40 | 38 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 227 | 110 | 117 |
Literate Population | 160 | 94 | 66 |
Illiterate Population | 146 | 57 | 89 |
Connectivity of Kanta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanta. As per the 2011 stats, Kanta 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 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanta
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanta
- Where is Kanta located?
- Kanta village is situated in Bano Subdivision, within the Simdega district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanta is Raikera (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanta?
- The pincode of Kanta is 835201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanta is 306, with 151 males and 155 females.
- How many households are there in Kanta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanta village has a total of 64 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanta is 52.29%. The male literacy rate is 62.25%, while the female literacy rate is 42.58%.