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.
Kantor has its own place in the vibrant Dhenkanal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Kantor as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kantor village:
- The total population of Kantor village is around 2,577, including approximately 1,353 males and 1,224 females, with a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 259 children aged 0–6 years in Kantor village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kantor village has 392 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 250 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kantor village is about 69.34%, with male literacy at 76.27% and female literacy at 61.68%.
- There are around 634 households in Kantor village.
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%.