Kantol
About Kantol
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kantol village is 402451. Kantol village is located in Kankadahad tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Kankadahad (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Kantol village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 211 hectares. Kantol has a total population of 958 peoples, out of which male population is 473 while female population is 485. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1025 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kantol village is 70.04% out of which 79.28% males and 61.03% females are literate. There are about 156 houses in kantol village. Pincode of kantol village locality is 759028.
When it comes to administration, Kantol 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, Kantol village comes under Parjanga Vidhan Sabha constituency & Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency. Kamakshyanagar is nearest town to kantol village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
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Population of Kantol
The population details of Kantol 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 | 958 | 473 | 485 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 94 | 44 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 659 | 325 | 334 |
| Literate Population | 671 | 375 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 98 | 189 |
Connectivity of Kantol
| 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 Kantol
Where is Kantol located?
Kantol village is situated in Kankadahad Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantol?
Kantol serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kantol?
The pincode of Kantol is 759028, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kantol as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantol is 958, with 473 males and 485 females.
How many households are there in Kantol as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kantol village has a total of 156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantol as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantol is 70.04%. The male literacy rate is 79.28%, while the female literacy rate is 61.03%.