Kanti - Mohangarh, Tikamgarh
Kanti is a village situated in the Mohangarh tehsil of Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohangarh and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Tikamgarh. Basnera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanti is 456818. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.74 hectares and falls under the 472101 pincode. Tikamgarh is the nearest town, located about 40 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 Prithvipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tikamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanti
According to the 2011 Census, Kanti village had a total population of 665 people, including 354 males and 311 females, living in 171 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.86%, with male literacy at 63.32% and female literacy at 45.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 214, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 246.
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 | 665 | 354 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 65 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 214 | 114 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 246 | 128 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 299 | 183 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 366 | 171 | 195 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tikamgarh to Kanti is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanti
Where is Kanti located?
Kanti village is located in Mohangarh Tehsil, Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanti?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanti is Basnera.
What is the pincode of Kanti?
The pincode of Kanti is 472101.
What is the population of Kanti?
Kanti had a total population of 665, including 354 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Kanti?
Kanti had 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanti was 54.86%. Male literacy was 63.32% and female literacy was 45.31%.