Kantia - Khaira, Balasore
Kantia is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Khaira and around 70 km from Baleshwar. Bartana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kantia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantia is 393635. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 756126 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kantia 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 Kantia
According to the 2011 Census, Kantia village had a total population of 268 people, including 132 males and 136 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.45%, with male literacy at 95.73% and female literacy at 87.18%.
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 | 268 | 132 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 112 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 20 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Kantia
Kantia 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 Kantia
Kantia 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 Kantia.
| 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 Kantia is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Kantia is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kantia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kantia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantia 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kantia
Where is Kantia located?
Kantia village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kantia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantia is Bartana.
What is the pincode of Kantia?
The pincode of Kantia is 756126.
What is the population of Kantia?
Kantia had a total population of 268, including 132 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Kantia?
Kantia had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantia was 91.45%. Male literacy was 95.73% and female literacy was 87.18%.