Kante - Lanja, Ratnagiri
Kante is a village situated in the Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanja and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Zapde serves as the Village Panchayat for Kante village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kante is 565905. The village covers a total geographical area of 351.05 hectares and falls under the 416712 pincode. Ratnagiri is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Kante village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kante
According to the 2011 Census, Kante village had a total population of 393 people, including 169 males and 224 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 1,325 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.43%, with male literacy at 75.33% and female literacy at 53.30%.
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 | 393 | 169 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 19 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 226 | 113 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 56 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Kante
Kante is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Koldhe | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Kumbhargaon | North | 2.11 km |
| Majal | South-East | 2.18 km |
| Katalgaon | West | 2.53 km |
| Kot | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Javade | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Zapade | East | 2.87 km |
| Khavadi | South | 3.68 km |
| Ravari | South-West | 3.89 km |
| Ramane | North-East | 4.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kante
Kante is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nivasar, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.0 km.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ratnagiri to Kante is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kante
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kante village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kante
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kante village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kante
Where is Kante located?
Kante village is located in Lanja Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Kante?
The Village Panchayat of Kante is Zapde.
What is the pincode of Kante?
The pincode of Kante is 416712.
What is the population of Kante?
Kante had a total population of 393, including 169 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Kante?
Kante had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kante?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kante was 62.43%. Male literacy was 75.33% and female literacy was 53.30%.