Kantajharia
About Kantajharia
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kantajharia village is 402848. Kantajharia village is located in Tumusingha tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Tumusingha (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Budhibili is the gram panchayat of Kantajharia village.
The total geographical area of village is 453 hectares. Kantajharia has a total population of 1,252 peoples, out of which male population is 633 while female population is 619. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 977 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kantajharia village is 67.81% out of which 76.94% males and 58.48% females are literate. There are about 286 houses in kantajharia village. Pincode of kantajharia village locality is 759023.
When it comes to administration, Kantajharia 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, Kantajharia village comes under Kamakhyanagar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency. Kamakshyanagar is nearest town to kantajharia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
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Population of Kantajharia
The population details of Kantajharia 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 | 1,252 | 633 | 619 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 127 | 59 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 280 | 144 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 179 | 85 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 849 | 487 | 362 |
| Illiterate Population | 403 | 146 | 257 |
Connectivity of Kantajharia
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kantajharia
Where is Kantajharia located?
Kantajharia village is situated in Tumusingha Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantajharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantajharia is Budhibili (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kantajharia?
The pincode of Kantajharia is 759023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kantajharia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantajharia is 1,252, with 633 males and 619 females.
How many households are there in Kantajharia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kantajharia village has a total of 286 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantajharia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantajharia is 67.81%. The male literacy rate is 76.94%, while the female literacy rate is 58.48%.