Kentala
About Kentala
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kentala village is 399788. Kentala village is located in Nischintakoili tehsil of Cuttack district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Nischintakoili (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Cuttack. As per 2009 stats, Kentalo is the gram panchayat of Kentala village.
The total geographical area of village is 325 hectares. Kentala has a total population of 2,615 peoples, out of which male population is 1,350 while female population is 1,265. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 937 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kentala village is 68.26% out of which 72.07% males and 64.19% females are literate. There are about 615 houses in kentala village. Pincode of kentala village locality is 754209.
When it comes to administration, Kentala 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, Kentala village comes under Mahanga Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kendrapara Lok Sabha constituency. Cuttack is nearest town to kentala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
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Population of Kentala
The population details of Kentala 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 | 2,615 | 1,350 | 1,265 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 313 | 176 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 651 | 336 | 315 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 330 | 171 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 1,785 | 973 | 812 |
| Illiterate Population | 830 | 377 | 453 |
Connectivity of Kentala
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kentala
Where is Kentala located?
Kentala village is situated in Nischintakoili Tehsil, within the Cuttack district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kentala?
The Gram Panchayat of Kentala is Kentalo (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kentala?
The pincode of Kentala is 754209, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kentala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kentala is 2,615, with 1,350 males and 1,265 females.
How many households are there in Kentala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kentala village has a total of 615 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kentala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kentala is 68.26%. The male literacy rate is 72.07%, while the female literacy rate is 64.19%.