Kantapal
About Kantapal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kantapal village is 402460. Kantapal village is located in Kankadahad tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Kankadahad (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Kantapal village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 2699 hectares. Kantapal has a total population of 5,704 peoples, out of which male population is 2,900 while female population is 2,804. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 966 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kantapal village is 54.79% out of which 62.48% males and 46.83% females are literate. There are about 1,289 houses in kantapal village. Pincode of kantapal village locality is 759028.
When it comes to administration, Kantapal 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, Kantapal village comes under Parjanga Vidhan Sabha constituency & Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency. Kamakshyanagar is nearest town to kantapal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Kantapal
The population details of Kantapal 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 | 5,704 | 2,900 | 2,804 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 809 | 432 | 377 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 813 | 420 | 393 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 2,934 | 1,457 | 1,477 |
| Literate Population | 3,125 | 1,812 | 1,313 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,579 | 1,088 | 1,491 |
Connectivity of Kantapal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kantapal
Where is Kantapal located?
Kantapal village is situated in Kankadahad Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantapal?
Kantapal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kantapal?
The pincode of Kantapal is 759028, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kantapal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantapal is 5,704, with 2,900 males and 2,804 females.
How many households are there in Kantapal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kantapal village has a total of 1,289 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantapal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantapal is 54.79%. The male literacy rate is 62.48%, while the female literacy rate is 46.83%.