Kantia
Kantia is a village located in Bhadrak Rural tehsil of Bhadrak district in Odisha, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Bhadrak Rural (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Bhadrak. As per 2009 stats, Ganijang is the gram panchayat of Kantia village.
Here you can discover what makes Kantia unique in its vibrant Bhadrak Rural-Bhadrak region. You’ll see Kantia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kantia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kantia is 394858. The village spans a total geographical area of 291 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756114. Bhadrak is nearest town to Kantia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kantia
Population of Kantia
According to the 2011 Census, Kantia has a total population of about 1,581, with approximately 812 males and 769 females. The sex ratio is around 947 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 210 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 270 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 50. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.69%, with male literacy at about 81.40% and female literacy near 65.54%. There are around 342 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kantia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,581 | 812 | 769 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 97 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 270 | 136 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 1,165 | 661 | 504 |
| Illiterate Population | 416 | 151 | 265 |
Connectivity of Kantia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kantia. As per the 2011 stats, Kantia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kantia
Knowing the nearby villages of Kantia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kantia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kantia
- Where is Kantia located?
- Kantia village is situated in Bhadrak Rural Tehsil, within the Bhadrak district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kantia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kantia is Ganijang (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kantia?
- The pincode of Kantia is 756114, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kantia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantia is 1,581, with 812 males and 769 females.
- How many households are there in Kantia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kantia village has a total of 342 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kantia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantia is 73.69%. The male literacy rate is 81.40%, while the female literacy rate is 65.54%.