Kante

Kante is a village located in Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 52km away from sub-district headquarter Lanja (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Zapde is the gram panchayat of Kante village.

Kante has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kante

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kante is 565905. The village spans a total geographical area of 351.05 hectares. Ratnagiri is nearest town to Kante village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 49km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kante 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 Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kante

Below is a concise population overview of Kante as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 393 169 224
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 31 19 12
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 226 113 113
Illiterate Population 167 56 111

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kante village:

  • The total population of Kante village is around 393, including approximately 169 males and 224 females, with a sex ratio of 1325 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 31 children aged 0–6 years in Kante village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Kante village is about 57.51%, with male literacy at 66.86% and female literacy at 50.45%.
  • There are around 101 households in Kante village.

Connectivity of Kante

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kante. As per the 2011 stats, Kante had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kante

Knowing the nearby villages of Kante helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kante.

Kumbhargaon Kot Agargaon Wadi Limbu Waghrat Koldhe Kangavali Talavade Kurchumb Yeravande Asage

Frequently Asked Questions about Kante

Where is Kante located?
Kante village is situated in Lanja Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kante?
The Gram Panchayat of Kante is Zapde (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Kante as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kante is 393, with 169 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Kante as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kante village has a total of 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kante as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kante is 57.51%. The male literacy rate is 66.86%, while the female literacy rate is 50.45%.