Kantesir
Kantesir is a village located in Kesinga tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Kesinga (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Kantesir village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kantesir unique in its vibrant Kesinga-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Kantesir’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 Kantesir
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kantesir is 422304. The village spans a total geographical area of 714 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766012. Kesinga is nearest town to Kantesir village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kantesir village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kantesir
Population of Kantesir
According to the 2011 Census, Kantesir has a total population of about 2,632, with approximately 1,341 males and 1,291 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 329 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 582 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 722. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.95%, with male literacy at about 65.10% and female literacy near 42.37%. There are around 710 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kantesir's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,632 | 1,341 | 1,291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 329 | 172 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 582 | 304 | 278 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 722 | 369 | 353 |
| Literate Population | 1,420 | 873 | 547 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,212 | 468 | 744 |
Connectivity of Kantesir
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kantesir. As per the 2011 stats, Kantesir 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 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kantesir
Knowing the nearby villages of Kantesir helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kantesir.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kantesir
- Where is Kantesir located?
- Kantesir village is situated in Kesinga Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kantesir?
- Kantesir serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kantesir?
- The pincode of Kantesir is 766012, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kantesir as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantesir is 2,632, with 1,341 males and 1,291 females.
- How many households are there in Kantesir as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kantesir village has a total of 710 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kantesir as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantesir is 53.95%. The male literacy rate is 65.10%, while the female literacy rate is 42.37%.