Kanter
Kanter is a village located in Dharamgarh tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Dharamgarh (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Badbasul is the gram panchayat of Kanter village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanter unique in its vibrant Dharamgarh-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Kanter’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 Kanter
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanter is 423963. The village spans a total geographical area of 258 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766015. Junagarh is nearest town to Kanter village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Kanter
Population of Kanter
According to the 2011 Census, Kanter has a total population of about 1,015, with approximately 521 males and 494 females. The sex ratio is around 948 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 133 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 708 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 155. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.93%, with male literacy at about 71.21% and female literacy near 43.93%. There are around 264 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanter's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,015 | 521 | 494 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 60 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 708 | 354 | 354 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 88 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 588 | 371 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 427 | 150 | 277 |
Connectivity of Kanter
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanter. As per the 2011 stats, Kanter had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanter
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanter helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanter.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanter
- Where is Kanter located?
- Kanter village is situated in Dharamgarh Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanter?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanter is Badbasul (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanter?
- The pincode of Kanter is 766015, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanter as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanter is 1,015, with 521 males and 494 females.
- How many households are there in Kanter as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanter village has a total of 264 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanter as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanter is 57.93%. The male literacy rate is 71.21%, while the female literacy rate is 43.93%.