Kantamani - Majhgaon, West Singhbhum
Kantamani is a village situated in the Majhgaon subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 36 km from Jagarnathpur and around 65 km from Chaibasa. Sonaposi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kantamani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantamani is 378471. The village covers a total geographical area of 86 hectares and falls under the 833214 pincode.
Kantamani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kantamani
According to the 2011 Census, Kantamani village had a total population of 345 people, including 179 males and 166 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.58%, with male literacy at 82.58% and female literacy at 61.81%.
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 | 345 | 179 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 128 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 51 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Kantamani
Kantamani 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 Kantamani
Kantamani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Kantamani is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kantamani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantamani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kantamani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantamani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kantamani
Where is Kantamani located?
Kantamani village is located in Majhgaon Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantamani?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantamani is Sonaposi.
What is the pincode of Kantamani?
The pincode of Kantamani is 833214.
What is the population of Kantamani?
Kantamani had a total population of 345, including 179 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Kantamani?
Kantamani had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantamani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantamani was 72.58%. Male literacy was 82.58% and female literacy was 61.81%.