Kanto

Kanto is a village located in Lamshang subdivision of Imphal West district in Manipur, India. It is situated 20km away from district headquarter Lamsang. Lamsang is the sub-district headquarter of Kanto village. As per 2009 stats, Khurkhul is the gram panchayat of Kanto village.

Kanto has its own place in the vibrant Imphal West 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 Kanto

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanto is 270039. The village spans a total geographical area of 449.44 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 795002. Imphal is nearest town to Kanto village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kanto 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 Sekmai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Inner Manipur 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 Kanto

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 977 491 486
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 153 94 59
Scheduled Castes (SC) 264 140 124
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 14 6 8
Literate Population 584 316 268
Illiterate Population 393 175 218

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

  • The total population of Kanto village is around 977, including approximately 491 males and 486 females, with a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 153 children aged 0–6 years in Kanto village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kanto village has 264 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 14 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kanto village is about 59.77%, with male literacy at 64.36% and female literacy at 55.14%.
  • There are around 209 households in Kanto village.

Connectivity of Kanto

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

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

Nearby Villages of Kanto

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Kanto

Where is Kanto located?
Kanto village is situated in Lamshang Subdivision, within the Imphal West district of Manipur, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanto?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanto is Khurkhul (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kanto?
The pincode of Kanto is 795002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kanto as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanto is 977, with 491 males and 486 females.
How many households are there in Kanto as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kanto village has a total of 209 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanto as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanto is 59.77%. The male literacy rate is 64.36%, while the female literacy rate is 55.14%.