Kantilo - Mahakalapada, Kendrapara
Kantilo is a village situated in the Mahakalapada tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahakalapada and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Suniti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kantilo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantilo is 397019. The village covers a total geographical area of 171 hectares and falls under the 754224 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Kantilo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahakalapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kantilo
According to the 2011 Census, Kantilo village had a total population of 677 people, including 329 males and 348 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 1,058 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.19%, with male literacy at 75.46% and female literacy at 57.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 35.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 677 | 329 | 348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 56 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 374 | 206 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 123 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Kantilo
Kantilo is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pancha Gachhia | South-East | 0.85 km |
| Badapal | West | 0.98 km |
| Sugal | North-West | 1.23 km |
| Badadandua | South | 1.57 km |
| Kansara | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Suniti(bena Kandha) | East | 2.28 km |
| Tarapada | West | 2.38 km |
| Guludia | North-West | 2.42 km |
| Bagagahan | South | 2.47 km |
| Kalatunga | North | 2.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kantilo
Public transport in the Kantilo is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Paradip, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendrapara to Kantilo is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Kantilo is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kantilo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantilo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kantilo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantilo 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 Kantilo
Where is Kantilo located?
Kantilo village is located in Mahakalapada Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantilo?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantilo is Suniti.
What is the pincode of Kantilo?
The pincode of Kantilo is 754224.
What is the population of Kantilo?
Kantilo had a total population of 677, including 329 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Kantilo?
Kantilo had 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantilo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantilo was 66.19%. Male literacy was 75.46% and female literacy was 57.53%.