Kantika
Kantika is a village located in Dhusuri tehsil of Bhadrak district in Odisha, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Dhusuri (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Bhadrak. As per 2009 stats, Raipur is the gram panchayat of Kantika village.
Here you can discover what makes Kantika unique in its vibrant Dhusuri-Bhadrak region. You’ll see Kantika’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 Kantika
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kantika is 395298. The village spans a total geographical area of 217 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756119. Bhadrak is nearest town to Kantika village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Kantika
Population of Kantika
According to the 2011 Census, Kantika has a total population of about 2,056, with approximately 1,085 males and 971 females. The sex ratio is around 894 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 245 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 414 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.19%, with male literacy at about 82.49% and female literacy near 71.27%. There are around 417 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kantika's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,056 | 1,085 | 971 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 139 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 414 | 219 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,587 | 895 | 692 |
| Illiterate Population | 469 | 190 | 279 |
Connectivity of Kantika
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kantika. As per the 2011 stats, Kantika had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kantika
Knowing the nearby villages of Kantika helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kantika.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kantika
- Where is Kantika located?
- Kantika village is situated in Dhusuri Tehsil, within the Bhadrak district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kantika?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kantika is Raipur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kantika?
- The pincode of Kantika is 756119, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kantika as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantika is 2,056, with 1,085 males and 971 females.
- How many households are there in Kantika as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kantika village has a total of 417 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kantika as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantika is 77.19%. The male literacy rate is 82.49%, while the female literacy rate is 71.27%.