Kante

Kante is a village located in Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 64km away from sub-district headquarter Devrukh (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Talekante is the gram panchayat of Kante village.

Here you can discover what makes Kante unique in its vibrant Sangameshwar-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Kante’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 Kante

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kante is 565768. The village spans a total geographical area of 682 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415637. Ratnagiri is nearest town to Kante village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km 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 Chiplun 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

According to the 2011 Census, Kante has a total population of about 881, with approximately 405 males and 476 females. The sex ratio is around 1175 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 94 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.91%, with male literacy at about 82.22% and female literacy near 68.70%. There are around 213 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kante's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 881 405 476
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 94 43 51
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 660 333 327
Illiterate Population 221 72 149

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 village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 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.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kante

Where is Kante located?
Kante village is situated in Sangameshwar Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kante?
The Gram Panchayat of Kante is Talekante (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kante?
The pincode of Kante is 415637, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kante as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kante is 881, with 405 males and 476 females.
How many households are there in Kante as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kante village has a total of 213 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kante as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kante is 74.91%. The male literacy rate is 82.22%, while the female literacy rate is 68.70%.