Kantapal
Kantapal is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Kantapal unique in its vibrant Kankadahad-Dhenkanal region. You’ll see Kantapal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kantapal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kantapal is 402460. The village spans a total geographical area of 2699 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759028. Kamakshyanagar is nearest town to Kantapal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kantapal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Parjanga Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kantapal
Population of Kantapal
According to the 2011 Census, Kantapal has a total population of about 5,704, with approximately 2,900 males and 2,804 females. The sex ratio is around 966 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 809 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 813 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,934. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.79%, with male literacy at about 62.48% and female literacy near 46.83%. There are around 1,289 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kantapal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,704 | 2,900 | 2,804 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 809 | 432 | 377 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 813 | 420 | 393 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 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 plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kantapal. As per the 2011 stats, Kantapal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kantapal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kantapal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kantapal.
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%.