Kantagan
About Kantagan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kantagan village is 414858. Kantagan village is located in Garabandha tehsil of Gajapati district in Odisha, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Garabandha (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Paralakhemundi. As per 2009 stats, Koinpur is the gram panchayat of Kantagan village.
The total geographical area of village is 164 hectares. Kantagan has a total population of 69 peoples, out of which male population is 29 while female population is 40. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1379 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kantagan village is 52.17% out of which 65.52% males and 42.50% females are literate. There are about 15 houses in kantagan village. Pincode of kantagan village locality is 761212.
When it comes to administration, Kantagan 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, Kantagan village comes under Mohana Vidhan Sabha constituency & Berhampur Lok Sabha constituency. Rayagada is nearest town to kantagan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
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Population of Kantagan
The population details of Kantagan 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 | 69 | 29 | 40 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 69 | 29 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 10 | 23 |
Connectivity of Kantagan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kantagan
Where is Kantagan located?
Kantagan village is situated in Garabandha Tehsil, within the Gajapati district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantagan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantagan is Koinpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kantagan?
The pincode of Kantagan is 761212, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kantagan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantagan is 69, with 29 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Kantagan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kantagan village has a total of 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantagan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantagan is 52.17%. The male literacy rate is 65.52%, while the female literacy rate is 42.50%.