Kontar
Kontar is a village located in Bamori tehsil of Guna district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Bamori (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Guna. As per 2009 stats, Kontar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kontar unique in its vibrant Bamori-Guna region. You’ll see Kontar’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 Kontar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kontar is 499150. The village spans a total geographical area of 592 hectares. Guna is nearest town to Kontar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kontar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bamori Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Guna Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kontar
Population of Kontar
According to the 2011 Census, Kontar has a total population of about 625, with approximately 324 males and 301 females. The sex ratio is around 929 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 93 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 18 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 196. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.04%, with male literacy at about 55.25% and female literacy near 29.90%. There are around 102 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kontar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 625 | 324 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 50 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 196 | 96 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 269 | 179 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 356 | 145 | 211 |
Connectivity of Kontar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kontar. As per the 2011 stats, Kontar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| 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 Kontar
Knowing the nearby villages of Kontar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kontar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kontar
- Where is Kontar located?
- Kontar village is situated in Bamori Tehsil, within the Guna district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kontar?
- Kontar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kontar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kontar is 625, with 324 males and 301 females.
- How many households are there in Kontar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kontar village has a total of 102 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kontar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kontar is 43.04%. The male literacy rate is 55.25%, while the female literacy rate is 29.90%.