Kanti - Bijawar, Chhatarpur
Kanti is a village situated in the Bijawar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijawar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Gadha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanti is 458278. The village covers a total geographical area of 602.07 hectares and falls under the 471001 pincode. Bijawar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kanti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kanti
As per Census 2011, Kanti village has a total population of 836 people, consisting of 447 males and 389 females. The village has 174 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 406 literate and 430 illiterate residents. Additionally, 70 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 836 | 447 | 389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 86 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 34 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 406 | 234 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 430 | 213 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Kanti
Kanti 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 Kanti
Kanti is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijawar to Kanti is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Kanti is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kanti
Where is Kanti located?
Kanti village is located in Bijawar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanti?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanti is Gadha.
What is the pincode of Kanti?
The pincode of Kanti is 471001.
What is the population of Kanti?
Kanti has a total population of 836, including 447 males and 389 females.
How many households are there in Kanti?
There are 174 households in Kanti.
What is the literacy rate in Kanti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanti is 48.56%. Male literacy is 52.35% and female literacy is 44.22%.