Kamton
Kamton is a village located in Baraily tehsil of Raisen district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Baraily (tehsildar office) and 87km away from district headquarter Raisen. As per 2009 stats, Kamton village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kamton unique in its vibrant Baraily-Raisen region. You’ll see Kamton’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 Kamton
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kamton is 484517. The village spans a total geographical area of 1017.58 hectares. Baraily is nearest town to Kamton village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 1km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kamton 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 Udaipura Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kamton
Population of Kamton
According to the 2011 Census, Kamton has a total population of about 4,709, with approximately 2,472 males and 2,237 females. The sex ratio is around 904 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 629 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,412 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.17%, with male literacy at about 72.53% and female literacy near 54.94%. There are around 992 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kamton's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,709 | 2,472 | 2,237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 629 | 314 | 315 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,412 | 755 | 657 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 3,022 | 1,793 | 1,229 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,687 | 679 | 1,008 |
Connectivity of Kamton
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kamton. As per the 2011 stats, Kamton had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kamton
Knowing the nearby villages of Kamton helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kamton.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kamton
- Where is Kamton located?
- Kamton village is situated in Baraily Tehsil, within the Raisen district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kamton?
- Kamton serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kamton as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kamton is 4,709, with 2,472 males and 2,237 females.
- How many households are there in Kamton as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kamton village has a total of 992 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kamton as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kamton is 64.17%. The male literacy rate is 72.53%, while the female literacy rate is 54.94%.