Kantamal
Kantamal is a village located in Kegaon tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 31km away from sub-district headquarter Kegaon (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Kuhura is the gram panchayat of Kantamal village.
Here you can discover what makes Kantamal unique in its vibrant Kegaon-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Kantamal’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 Kantamal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kantamal is 423587. The village spans a total geographical area of 351 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766036. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to Kantamal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
Google Map of Kantamal
Population of Kantamal
According to the 2011 Census, Kantamal has a total population of about 1,568, with approximately 807 males and 761 females. The sex ratio is around 942 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 223 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 203 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 275. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.58%, with male literacy at about 53.04% and female literacy near 29.43%. There are around 403 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kantamal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,568 | 807 | 761 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 111 | 112 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 102 | 101 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 275 | 140 | 135 |
Literate Population | 652 | 428 | 224 |
Illiterate Population | 916 | 379 | 537 |
Connectivity of Kantamal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kantamal. As per the 2011 stats, Kantamal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kantamal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kantamal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kantamal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kantamal
- Where is Kantamal located?
- Kantamal village is situated in Kegaon Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kantamal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kantamal is Kuhura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kantamal?
- The pincode of Kantamal is 766036, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kantamal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantamal is 1,568, with 807 males and 761 females.
- How many households are there in Kantamal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kantamal village has a total of 403 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kantamal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantamal is 41.58%. The male literacy rate is 53.04%, while the female literacy rate is 29.43%.