Kantibana - Raikia, Kandhamal
Kantibana is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Karada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kantibana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantibana is 417611. The village covers a total geographical area of 156 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Kantibana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kantibana
As per Census 2011, Kantibana village has a total population of 198 people, consisting of 97 males and 101 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 117 literate and 81 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 115 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kantibana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 198 | 97 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 10 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 53 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 82 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 15 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Kantibana
Kantibana is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kantibana
Public transport in the Kantibana is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Kantibana is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kantibana is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kantibana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantibana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kantibana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantibana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kantibana
Where is Kantibana located?
Kantibana village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantibana?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantibana is Karada.
What is the pincode of Kantibana?
The pincode of Kantibana is 762101.
What is the population of Kantibana?
Kantibana has a total population of 198, including 97 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Kantibana?
There are 46 households in Kantibana.
What is the literacy rate in Kantibana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantibana is 59.09%. Male literacy is 84.54% and female literacy is 34.65%.