Kontar
Kontar is a village located in Amarpatan tehsil of Satna district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Amarpatan (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Satna. As per 2009 stats, Kotar is the gram panchayat of Kontar village.
Here you can discover what makes Kontar unique in its vibrant Amarpatan-Satna region. You’ll see Kontar’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 Kontar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kontar is 464412. The village spans a total geographical area of 116.45 hectares. Govindgarh is nearest town to Kontar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Kontar
Population of Kontar
According to the 2011 Census, Kontar has a total population of about 1,424, with approximately 738 males and 686 females. The sex ratio is around 929 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 215 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 210 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 515. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.25%, with male literacy at about 65.18% and female literacy near 46.65%. There are around 306 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kontar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,424 | 738 | 686 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 107 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 112 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 515 | 268 | 247 |
| Literate Population | 801 | 481 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 623 | 257 | 366 |
Connectivity of Kontar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kontar. As per the 2011 stats, Kontar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kontar
Knowing the nearby villages of Kontar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kontar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kontar
- Where is Kontar located?
- Kontar village is situated in Amarpatan Tehsil, within the Satna district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kontar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kontar is Kotar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kontar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kontar is 1,424, with 738 males and 686 females.
- How many households are there in Kontar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kontar village has a total of 306 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kontar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kontar is 56.25%. The male literacy rate is 65.18%, while the female literacy rate is 46.65%.