Kantiya - Suwasara, Mandsaur
Kantiya is a village situated in the Suwasara tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Suwasra and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Katiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kantiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantiya is 469911. The village covers a total geographical area of 418.8 hectares and falls under the 458888 pincode. Suwasara is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kantiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suwasra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kantiya
As per Census 2011, Kantiya village has a total population of 1,388 people, consisting of 727 males and 661 females. The village has 316 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 211 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 535 literate and 853 illiterate residents. Additionally, 87 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kantiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,388 | 727 | 661 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 115 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 44 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 535 | 340 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 853 | 387 | 466 |
Nearby Villages of Kantiya
Kantiya is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kotdi | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Raghunathpura | South | 2.00 km |
| Ruparel | East | 2.21 km |
| Dhamanya | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Deoriyamoti | South-West | 2.83 km |
| Gordhanpura | South-East | 3.09 km |
| Nirdhari | West | 3.51 km |
| Basai | North-West | 3.59 km |
| Rehatadi | North | 4.02 km |
| Rawatkheda | South-West | 4.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kantiya
Kantiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Suwasra, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Suwasara to Kantiya is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Kantiya is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kantiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantiya 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kantiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantiya 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 Kantiya
Where is Kantiya located?
Kantiya village is located in Suwasara Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantiya is Katiya.
What is the pincode of Kantiya?
The pincode of Kantiya is 458888.
What is the population of Kantiya?
Kantiya has a total population of 1,388, including 727 males and 661 females.
How many households are there in Kantiya?
There are 316 households in Kantiya.
What is the literacy rate in Kantiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantiya is 38.54%. Male literacy is 46.77% and female literacy is 29.50%.