Kantha
About Kantha
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kantha village is 418221. Kantha village is located in Baunsuni tehsil of Baudh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Baunsuni (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Baudh. As per 2009 stats, Bahira is the gram panchayat of Kantha village.
The total geographical area of village is 192 hectares. Kantha has a total population of 845 peoples, out of which male population is 398 while female population is 447. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1123 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kantha village is 49.23% out of which 60.05% males and 39.60% females are literate. There are about 220 houses in kantha village. Pincode of kantha village locality is 762015.
When it comes to administration, Kantha village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kantha village comes under Kantamal Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kandhamal Lok Sabha constituency. Baudhgarh is nearest town to kantha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
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Population of Kantha
The population details of Kantha cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 845 | 398 | 447 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 124 | 59 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 247 | 108 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 416 | 239 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 429 | 159 | 270 |
Connectivity of Kantha
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kantha
Where is Kantha located?
Kantha village is situated in Baunsuni Tehsil, within the Baudh district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantha?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantha is Bahira (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kantha?
The pincode of Kantha is 762015, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kantha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantha is 845, with 398 males and 447 females.
How many households are there in Kantha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kantha village has a total of 220 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantha is 49.23%. The male literacy rate is 60.05%, while the female literacy rate is 39.60%.