Kanti - Patan, Jabalpur
Kanti is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Louhari Kanti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanti is 489402. The village covers a total geographical area of 406.33 hectares and falls under the 483113 pincode. Katangi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kanti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanti
According to the 2011 Census, Kanti village had a total population of 561 people, including 290 males and 271 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.82%, with male literacy at 89.64% and female literacy at 71.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 157, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 38.
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 | 561 | 290 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 39 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 78 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 392 | 225 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 65 | 104 |
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 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Katangi to Kanti is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Kanti is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kanti
Where is Kanti located?
Kanti village is located in Patan Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanti?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanti is Louhari Kanti.
What is the pincode of Kanti?
The pincode of Kanti is 483113.
What is the population of Kanti?
Kanti had a total population of 561, including 290 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Kanti?
Kanti had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanti was 80.82%. Male literacy was 89.64% and female literacy was 71.37%.