Kanthekur
Kanthekur is a village located in Umarga tehsil of Osmanabad district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 96km away from sub-district headquarter Umarga (tehsildar office) and 96km away from district headquarter Osmanabad. As per 2009 stats, Kantekur is the gram panchayat of Kanthekur village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanthekur unique in its vibrant Umarga-Osmanabad region. You’ll see Kanthekur’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 Kanthekur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanthekur is 561764. The village spans a total geographical area of 801.85 hectares. Murum is nearest town to Kanthekur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 46km away.
Google Map of Kanthekur
Population of Kanthekur
According to the 2011 Census, Kanthekur has a total population of about 2,020, with approximately 1,031 males and 989 females. The sex ratio is around 959 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 256 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 213 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 17. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.73%, with male literacy at about 74.01% and female literacy near 59.15%. There are around 402 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanthekur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,020 | 1,031 | 989 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 132 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 108 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,348 | 763 | 585 |
| Illiterate Population | 672 | 268 | 404 |
Connectivity of Kanthekur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanthekur. As per the 2011 stats, Kanthekur 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanthekur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanthekur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanthekur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanthekur
- Where is Kanthekur located?
- Kanthekur village is situated in Umarga Tehsil, within the Osmanabad district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanthekur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanthekur is Kantekur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kanthekur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanthekur is 2,020, with 1,031 males and 989 females.
- How many households are there in Kanthekur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanthekur village has a total of 402 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanthekur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanthekur is 66.73%. The male literacy rate is 74.01%, while the female literacy rate is 59.15%.