Kantia
Kantia is a village located in Binjharpur tehsil of Jajapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Binjharpur (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Jajapur . As per 2009 stats, Bodua is the gram panchayat of Kantia village.
Here you can discover what makes Kantia unique in its vibrant Binjharpur-Jajapur region. You’ll see Kantia’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 Kantia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kantia is 401921. The village spans a total geographical area of 116 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 755027. Jajapur is nearest town to Kantia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Kantia
Population of Kantia
According to the 2011 Census, Kantia has a total population of about 2,020, with approximately 965 males and 1,055 females. The sex ratio is around 1093 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 232 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,129 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.56%, with male literacy at about 68.39% and female literacy near 59.15%. There are around 539 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kantia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,020 | 965 | 1,055 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 117 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,129 | 545 | 584 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,284 | 660 | 624 |
| Illiterate Population | 736 | 305 | 431 |
Connectivity of Kantia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kantia. As per the 2011 stats, Kantia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kantia
Knowing the nearby villages of Kantia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kantia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kantia
- Where is Kantia located?
- Kantia village is situated in Binjharpur Tehsil, within the Jajapur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kantia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kantia is Bodua (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kantia?
- The pincode of Kantia is 755027, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kantia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantia is 2,020, with 965 males and 1,055 females.
- How many households are there in Kantia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kantia village has a total of 539 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kantia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantia is 63.56%. The male literacy rate is 68.39%, while the female literacy rate is 59.15%.