Kantabanji
Kantabanji is a village located in Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Thuamul Rampur (tehsildar office) and 79km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Kaniguama is the gram panchayat of Kantabanji village.
Here you can discover what makes Kantabanji unique in its vibrant Thuamul Rampur-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Kantabanji’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 Kantabanji
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kantabanji is 424382. The village spans a total geographical area of 27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766037. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to Kantabanji village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 79km away.
Google Map of Kantabanji
Population of Kantabanji
According to the 2011 Census, Kantabanji has a total population of about 191, with approximately 94 males and 97 females. The sex ratio is around 1031 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 36 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 24 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 159. The overall literacy rate is approximately 42.93%, with male literacy at about 47.87% and female literacy near 38.14%. There are around 43 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kantabanji's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 191 | 94 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 159 | 76 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 45 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 49 | 60 |
Connectivity of Kantabanji
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kantabanji. As per the 2011 stats, Kantabanji had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kantabanji
Knowing the nearby villages of Kantabanji helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kantabanji.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kantabanji
- Where is Kantabanji located?
- Kantabanji village is situated in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kantabanji?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kantabanji is Kaniguama (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kantabanji?
- The pincode of Kantabanji is 766037, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kantabanji as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantabanji is 191, with 94 males and 97 females.
- How many households are there in Kantabanji as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kantabanji village has a total of 43 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kantabanji as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantabanji is 42.93%. The male literacy rate is 47.87%, while the female literacy rate is 38.14%.