Kantajhuda - Gaisilet, Bargarh
Kantajhuda is a village situated in the Gaisilet tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaisilet and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Fuiringimal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kantajhuda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantajhuda is 380128. The village covers a total geographical area of 158 hectares and falls under the 768037 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kantajhuda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kantajhuda
As per Census 2011, Kantajhuda village has a total population of 411 people, consisting of 206 males and 205 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 267 literate and 144 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 129 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kantajhuda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 411 | 206 | 205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 29 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 37 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 61 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 152 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 54 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Kantajhuda
Kantajhuda 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 Kantajhuda
Kantajhuda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Padmapur to Kantajhuda is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Kantajhuda is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kantajhuda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantajhuda 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kantajhuda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantajhuda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kantajhuda
Where is Kantajhuda located?
Kantajhuda village is located in Gaisilet Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantajhuda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantajhuda is Fuiringimal.
What is the pincode of Kantajhuda?
The pincode of Kantajhuda is 768037.
What is the population of Kantajhuda?
Kantajhuda has a total population of 411, including 206 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Kantajhuda?
There are 113 households in Kantajhuda.
What is the literacy rate in Kantajhuda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantajhuda is 64.96%. Male literacy is 73.79% and female literacy is 56.10%.