Kantra - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Kantra is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songsak and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantra is 275286. The village falls under the 794108 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Songsak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kantra
According to the 2011 Census, Kantra village had a total population of 85 people, including 45 males and 40 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.77%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 65.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 84.
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 | 85 | 45 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 45 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 27 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 18 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Kantra
Kantra is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kantra
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kantra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Williamnagar to Kantra is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kantra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantra 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kantra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantra 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kantra
Where is Kantra located?
Kantra village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Kantra?
The pincode of Kantra is 794108.
What is the population of Kantra?
Kantra had a total population of 85, including 45 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Kantra?
Kantra had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantra was 70.77%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 65.52%.