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
According to the 2011 Census, Kantora village had a total population of 552 people, including 291 males and 261 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.88%, with male literacy at 63.49% and female literacy at 36.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 539.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 552 | 291 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 50 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 552, including 291 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Kantora?
Kantora had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantora was 50.88%. Male literacy was 63.49% and female literacy was 36.49%.