Kantapanhara - Banki, Cuttack
Kantapanhara is a village situated in the Banki tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banki and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Kantapanhara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantapanhara is 398882. The village covers a total geographical area of 946 hectares and falls under the 754299 pincode. Athagad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kantapanhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Banki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kantapanhara
According to the 2011 Census, Kantapanhara village had a total population of 2,316 people, including 1,191 males and 1,125 females, living in 534 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.35%, with male literacy at 88.76% and female literacy at 71.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 152, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 187.
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 | 2,316 | 1,191 | 1,125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 132 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 72 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 187 | 88 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 1,648 | 940 | 708 |
| Illiterate Population | 668 | 251 | 417 |
Nearby Villages of Kantapanhara
Kantapanhara 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 Kantapanhara
Kantapanhara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Athagad to Kantapanhara is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Kantapanhara is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kantapanhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantapanhara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kantapanhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantapanhara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kantapanhara
Where is Kantapanhara located?
Kantapanhara village is located in Banki Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantapanhara?
Kantapanhara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kantapanhara?
The pincode of Kantapanhara is 754299.
What is the population of Kantapanhara?
Kantapanhara had a total population of 2,316, including 1,191 males and 1,125 females.
How many households are there in Kantapanhara?
Kantapanhara had 534 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantapanhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantapanhara was 80.35%. Male literacy was 88.76% and female literacy was 71.37%.