Kantigadia - Khaira, Balasore
Kantigadia is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from Khaira and around 52 km from Baleshwar. Khaira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kantigadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantigadia is 393486. The village covers a total geographical area of 10 hectares and falls under the 756048 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Kantigadia 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 Kantigadia
According to the 2011 Census, Kantigadia village had a total population of 95 people, including 55 males and 40 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 727 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.89%, with male literacy at 94.12% and female literacy at 84.21%.
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 | 95 | 55 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 48 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 7 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Kantigadia
Kantigadia 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 Kantigadia
Kantigadia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Soro to Kantigadia is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Kantigadia is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kantigadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantigadia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kantigadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantigadia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kantigadia
Where is Kantigadia located?
Kantigadia village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kantigadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantigadia is Khaira.
What is the pincode of Kantigadia?
The pincode of Kantigadia is 756048.
What is the population of Kantigadia?
Kantigadia had a total population of 95, including 55 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Kantigadia?
Kantigadia had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantigadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantigadia was 89.89%. Male literacy was 94.12% and female literacy was 84.21%.