Kantabania - Khaira, Balasore
Kantabania is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Khaira and around 56 km from Baleshwar. Govindapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kantabania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantabania is 393426. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 756049 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 36 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 Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kantabania
As per Census 2011, Kantabania village has a total population of 323 people, consisting of 150 males and 173 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 1,153 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 254 literate and 69 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kantabania are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 323 | 150 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 26 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 11 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 120 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 30 | 39 |
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. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kantabania.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Soro to Kantabania is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Kantabania 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 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kantabania
Where is Kantabania located?
Kantabania village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantabania?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantabania is Govindapur.
What is the pincode of Kantabania?
The pincode of Kantabania is 756049.
What is the population of Kantabania?
Kantabania has a total population of 323, including 150 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Kantabania?
There are 80 households in Kantabania.
What is the literacy rate in Kantabania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantabania is 78.64%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 77.46%.