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.
Kantamal has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi 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 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.
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Population of Kantamal
Below is a concise population overview of Kantamal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kantamal village:
- The total population of Kantamal village is around 1,568, including approximately 807 males and 761 females, with a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 223 children aged 0–6 years in Kantamal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kantamal village has 203 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 275 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kantamal village is about 41.58%, with male literacy at 53.04% and female literacy at 29.43%.
- There are around 403 households in Kantamal village.
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%.