Kantu - Gudri, West Singhbhum
Kantu is a village situated in the Gudri subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 50 km from Gudari and around 95 km from Chaibasa. Birkel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kantu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantu is 377013. The village falls under the 833201 pincode.
Kantu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya 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 Kantu
According to the 2011 Census, Kantu village had a total population of 50 people, including 24 males and 26 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,083 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.86%, with male literacy at 57.89% and female literacy at 30.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 50.
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 | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 13 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Kantu
Kantu 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 Kantu
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kantu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Kantu is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kantu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kantu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kantu
Where is Kantu located?
Kantu village is located in Gudri Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kantu?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantu is Birkel.
What is the pincode of Kantu?
The pincode of Kantu is 833201.
What is the population of Kantu?
Kantu had a total population of 50, including 24 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Kantu?
Kantu had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantu was 42.86%. Male literacy was 57.89% and female literacy was 30.43%.