Kentia
Kentia is a village located in Mahakalapada tehsil of Kendrapara district in Odisha, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Mahakalapada (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Kendrapara . As per 2009 stats, Barakandha is the gram panchayat of Kentia village.
Here you can discover what makes Kentia unique in its vibrant Mahakalapada-Kendrapara region. You’ll see Kentia’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 Kentia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kentia is 397114. The village spans a total geographical area of 159 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754224. Kendrapara is nearest town to Kentia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Kentia
Population of Kentia
According to the 2011 Census, Kentia has a total population of about 323, with approximately 161 males and 162 females. The sex ratio is around 1006 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 32 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.09%, with male literacy at about 83.85% and female literacy near 70.37%. There are around 69 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kentia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 323 | 161 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 249 | 135 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 26 | 48 |
Connectivity of Kentia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kentia. As per the 2011 stats, Kentia 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 Kentia
Knowing the nearby villages of Kentia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kentia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kentia
- Where is Kentia located?
- Kentia village is situated in Mahakalapada Tehsil, within the Kendrapara district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kentia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kentia is Barakandha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kentia?
- The pincode of Kentia is 754224, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kentia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kentia is 323, with 161 males and 162 females.
- How many households are there in Kentia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kentia village has a total of 69 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kentia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kentia is 77.09%. The male literacy rate is 83.85%, while the female literacy rate is 70.37%.