Kantia
Kantia is a village located in Kendrapara Sadar tehsil of Kendrapara district in Odisha, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Kendrapara Sadar (tehsildar office) and 6km away from district headquarter Kendrapara . As per 2009 stats, Chakroda is the gram panchayat of Kantia village.
Here you can discover what makes Kantia unique in its vibrant Kendrapara Sadar-Kendrapara region. You’ll see Kantia’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 Kantia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kantia is 396496. The village spans a total geographical area of 79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754223. Kendrapara is nearest town to Kantia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Kantia
Population of Kantia
According to the 2011 Census, Kantia has a total population of about 830, with approximately 397 males and 433 females. The sex ratio is around 1090 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 82 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 254 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.83%, with male literacy at about 83.38% and female literacy near 72.75%. There are around 195 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kantia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 830 | 397 | 433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 40 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 254 | 130 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 646 | 331 | 315 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 66 | 118 |
Connectivity of Kantia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kantia. As per the 2011 stats, Kantia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kantia
Knowing the nearby villages of Kantia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kantia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kantia
- Where is Kantia located?
- Kantia village is situated in Kendrapara Sadar Tehsil, within the Kendrapara district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kantia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kantia is Chakroda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kantia?
- The pincode of Kantia is 754223, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kantia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantia is 830, with 397 males and 433 females.
- How many households are there in Kantia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kantia village has a total of 195 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kantia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantia is 77.83%. The male literacy rate is 83.38%, while the female literacy rate is 72.75%.