Kanthipur - Tigiria, Cuttack
Kanthipur is a village situated in the Tigiria tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tigiria and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Gadadharpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanthipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanthipur is 399004. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 754030 pincode. Nuapatna is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Kanthipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Athagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanthipur
According to the 2011 Census, Kanthipur village had a total population of 407 people, including 214 males and 193 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.10%, with male literacy at 84.13% and female literacy at 63.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 407 | 214 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 269 | 159 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 55 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Kanthipur
Kanthipur 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 Kanthipur
Kanthipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nuapatna to Kanthipur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Kanthipur is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanthipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanthipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kanthipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanthipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kanthipur
Where is Kanthipur located?
Kanthipur village is located in Tigiria Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanthipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanthipur is Gadadharpur.
What is the pincode of Kanthipur?
The pincode of Kanthipur is 754030.
What is the population of Kanthipur?
Kanthipur had a total population of 407, including 214 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Kanthipur?
Kanthipur had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanthipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanthipur was 74.10%. Male literacy was 84.13% and female literacy was 63.22%.