Kantabania - Bhograi, Balasore
Kantabania is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Bhograi and around 86 km from Baleshwar. Babatia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kantabania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantabania is 391716. The village covers a total geographical area of 20 hectares and falls under the 756039 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Kantabania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kantabania
As per Census 2011, Kantabania village has a total population of 446 people, consisting of 230 males and 216 females. The village has 111 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 367 literate and 79 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kantabania are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 446 | 230 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 367 | 200 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 30 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Kantabania
Kantabania 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 Kantabania
Kantabania is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Kantabania is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Kantabania is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kantabania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantabania village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kantabania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantabania village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kantabania
Where is Kantabania located?
Kantabania village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantabania?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantabania is Babatia.
What is the pincode of Kantabania?
The pincode of Kantabania is 756039.
What is the population of Kantabania?
Kantabania has a total population of 446, including 230 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Kantabania?
There are 111 households in Kantabania.
What is the literacy rate in Kantabania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantabania is 82.29%. Male literacy is 86.96% and female literacy is 77.31%.