Kantigadia
Kantigadia is a village located in Dharmasala tehsil of Jajapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Dharmasala (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Jajapur . As per 2009 stats, Kantigadia village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kantigadia unique in its vibrant Dharmasala-Jajapur region. You’ll see Kantigadia’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 Kantigadia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kantigadia is 401354. The village spans a total geographical area of 503 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 755049. Jajapur is nearest town to Kantigadia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
Google Map of Kantigadia
Population of Kantigadia
According to the 2011 Census, Kantigadia has a total population of about 3,812, with approximately 1,942 males and 1,870 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 431 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 886 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 222. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.75%, with male literacy at about 76.57% and female literacy near 62.67%. There are around 828 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kantigadia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,812 | 1,942 | 1,870 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 431 | 216 | 215 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 886 | 449 | 437 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 222 | 109 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 2,659 | 1,487 | 1,172 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,153 | 455 | 698 |
Connectivity of Kantigadia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kantigadia. As per the 2011 stats, Kantigadia 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kantigadia
Knowing the nearby villages of Kantigadia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kantigadia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kantigadia
- Where is Kantigadia located?
- Kantigadia village is situated in Dharmasala Tehsil, within the Jajapur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kantigadia?
- Kantigadia serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kantigadia?
- The pincode of Kantigadia is 755049, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kantigadia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantigadia is 3,812, with 1,942 males and 1,870 females.
- How many households are there in Kantigadia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kantigadia village has a total of 828 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kantigadia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantigadia is 69.75%. The male literacy rate is 76.57%, while the female literacy rate is 62.67%.