Kantamila - Hindol, Dhenkanal
Kantamila is a village situated in the Hindol tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hindol and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Kantamila village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantamila is 403053. The village covers a total geographical area of 598 hectares and falls under the 759022 pincode. Anugul is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kantamila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hindol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kantamila
According to the 2011 Census, Kantamila village had a total population of 1,669 people, including 852 males and 817 females, living in 360 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.29%, with male literacy at 80.46% and female literacy at 64.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 228, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 271.
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 | 1,669 | 852 | 817 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 105 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 111 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 271 | 146 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 1,080 | 601 | 479 |
| Illiterate Population | 589 | 251 | 338 |
Nearby Villages of Kantamila
Kantamila 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 Kantamila
Kantamila is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Anugul to Kantamila is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Kantamila is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kantamila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantamila village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kantamila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantamila village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kantamila
Where is Kantamila located?
Kantamila village is located in Hindol Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantamila?
Kantamila is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kantamila?
The pincode of Kantamila is 759022.
What is the population of Kantamila?
Kantamila had a total population of 1,669, including 852 males and 817 females.
How many households are there in Kantamila?
Kantamila had 360 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantamila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantamila was 72.29%. Male literacy was 80.46% and female literacy was 64.12%.