Kantigan
Kantigan is a village located in Garabandha tehsil of Gajapati district in Odisha, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Garabandha (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Paralakhemundi. As per 2009 stats, Gangabada is the gram panchayat of Kantigan village.
Kantigan has its own place in the vibrant Gajapati 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 Kantigan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kantigan is 414865. The village spans a total geographical area of 52 hectares. Rayagada is nearest town to Kantigan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kantigan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Berhampur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kantigan
Population of Kantigan
Below is a concise population overview of Kantigan 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 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
No reliable population data is available for Kantigan village.
Connectivity of Kantigan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kantigan. However, as per the 2011 stats, no information about connectivity options was available for Kantigan.
Nearby Villages of Kantigan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kantigan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kantigan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kantigan
- Where is Kantigan located?
- Kantigan village is situated in Garabandha Tehsil, within the Gajapati district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kantigan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kantigan is Gangabada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.