Kantor
Kantor is a village located in Parajang tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Parajang (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Kantor village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kantor unique in its vibrant Parajang-Dhenkanal region. You’ll see Kantor’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 Kantor
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kantor is 402269. The village spans a total geographical area of 547 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759120. Talcher is nearest town to Kantor village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Kantor
Population of Kantor
According to the 2011 Census, Kantor has a total population of about 2,577, with approximately 1,353 males and 1,224 females. The sex ratio is around 904 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 259 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 392 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 250. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.34%, with male literacy at about 76.27% and female literacy near 61.68%. There are around 634 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kantor's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,577 | 1,353 | 1,224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 145 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 392 | 201 | 191 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 250 | 136 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 1,787 | 1,032 | 755 |
| Illiterate Population | 790 | 321 | 469 |
Connectivity of Kantor
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kantor. As per the 2011 stats, Kantor had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kantor
Knowing the nearby villages of Kantor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kantor.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kantor
- Where is Kantor located?
- Kantor village is situated in Parajang Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kantor?
- Kantor serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kantor?
- The pincode of Kantor is 759120, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kantor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantor is 2,577, with 1,353 males and 1,224 females.
- How many households are there in Kantor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kantor village has a total of 634 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kantor as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantor is 69.34%. The male literacy rate is 76.27%, while the female literacy rate is 61.68%.