Kantesir
About Kantesir
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kantesir village is 422304. Kantesir village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 714 hectares. Kantesir has a total population of 2,632 peoples, out of which male population is 1,341 while female population is 1,291. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 962 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kantesir village is 53.95% out of which 65.10% males and 42.37% females are literate. There are about 710 houses in kantesir village. Pincode of kantesir village locality is 766012.
When it comes to administration, Kantesir village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kantesir village comes under Narla Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency. Kesinga is nearest town to kantesir village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
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Population of Kantesir
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,632 | 1,341 | 1,291 |
| Children (0-6) | 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 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
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%.