Kanti
Kanti is a village located in Vijayraghavgarh tehsil of Katni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Vijayraghavgarh (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Katni. As per 2009 stats, Kanti village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanti unique in its vibrant Vijayraghavgarh-Katni region. You’ll see Kanti’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 Kanti
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanti is 488471. The village spans a total geographical area of 595.84 hectares. Vijayraghavgarh is nearest town to Kanti village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Kanti
Population of Kanti
According to the 2011 Census, Kanti has a total population of about 2,057, with approximately 1,065 males and 992 females. The sex ratio is around 931 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 364 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 402 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 331. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.70%, with male literacy at about 69.39% and female literacy near 49.29%. There are around 499 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanti's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,057 | 1,065 | 992 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 364 | 194 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 402 | 209 | 193 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 331 | 173 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 1,228 | 739 | 489 |
| Illiterate Population | 829 | 326 | 503 |
Connectivity of Kanti
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanti. As per the 2011 stats, Kanti had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanti
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanti helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanti.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanti
- Where is Kanti located?
- Kanti village is situated in Vijayraghavgarh Tehsil, within the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanti?
- Kanti serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kanti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanti is 2,057, with 1,065 males and 992 females.
- How many households are there in Kanti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanti village has a total of 499 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanti as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanti is 59.70%. The male literacy rate is 69.39%, while the female literacy rate is 49.29%.