Kanthi - Maksoodangarh, Guna
Kanthi is a village situated in the Maksoodangarh tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. Laxmanpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanthi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanthi is 499353. The village covers a total geographical area of 644 hectares and falls under the 473287 pincode. Raghogarh is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kanthi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raghogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanthi
As per Census 2011, Kanthi village has a total population of 1,160 people, consisting of 604 males and 556 females. The village has 229 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 222 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 382 literate and 778 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,159 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanthi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,160 | 604 | 556 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 119 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,159 | 604 | 555 |
| Literate Population | 382 | 228 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 778 | 376 | 402 |
Nearby Villages of Kanthi
Kanthi 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 Kanthi
Kanthi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Raghogarh to Kanthi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Kanthi 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 Kanthi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanthi 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 Kanthi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanthi 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 Kanthi
Where is Kanthi located?
Kanthi village is located in Maksoodangarh Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanthi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanthi is Laxmanpura.
What is the pincode of Kanthi?
The pincode of Kanthi is 473287.
What is the population of Kanthi?
Kanthi has a total population of 1,160, including 604 males and 556 females.
How many households are there in Kanthi?
There are 229 households in Kanthi.
What is the literacy rate in Kanthi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanthi is 32.93%. Male literacy is 37.75% and female literacy is 27.70%.