Kantapada - Rajkanika, Kendrapara
Kantapada is a village situated in the Rajkanika tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajkanika and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Baradia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kantapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantapada is 395664. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 754220 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kantapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aul Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kantapada
According to the 2011 Census, Kantapada village had a total population of 107 people, including 51 males and 56 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,098 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.90%, with male literacy at 95.74% and female literacy at 94.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 107 | 51 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 45 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 6 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Kantapada
Kantapada 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 Kantapada
Kantapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Pattamundai to Kantapada is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Kantapada is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kantapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kantapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kantapada
Where is Kantapada located?
Kantapada village is located in Rajkanika Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kantapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantapada is Baradia.
What is the pincode of Kantapada?
The pincode of Kantapada is 754220.
What is the population of Kantapada?
Kantapada had a total population of 107, including 51 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Kantapada?
Kantapada had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantapada was 94.90%. Male literacy was 95.74% and female literacy was 94.12%.