Kantala

Kantala is a village located in Anandapur tehsil of Kendujhar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Anandapur (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Kendujhar. As per 2009 stats, Gayalamunda is the gram panchayat of Kantala village.

Kantala has its own place in the vibrant Kendujhar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kantala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kantala is 387003. The village spans a total geographical area of 330 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 758021. Anandapur is nearest town to Kantala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kantala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Anandapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kantala

Below is a concise population overview of Kantala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 222 108 114
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 40 19 21
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 222 108 114
Literate Population 38 35 3
Illiterate Population 184 73 111

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kantala village:

  • The total population of Kantala village is around 222, including approximately 108 males and 114 females, with a sex ratio of 1055 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 40 children aged 0–6 years in Kantala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kantala village has 222 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kantala village is about 17.12%, with male literacy at 32.41% and female literacy at 2.63%.
  • There are around 48 households in Kantala village.

Connectivity of Kantala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kantala. As per the 2011 stats, Kantala 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 Kantala

Knowing the nearby villages of Kantala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kantala.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kantala

Where is Kantala located?
Kantala village is situated in Anandapur Tehsil, within the Kendujhar district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantala?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantala is Gayalamunda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kantala?
The pincode of Kantala is 758021, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kantala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantala is 222, with 108 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Kantala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kantala village has a total of 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantala is 17.12%. The male literacy rate is 32.41%, while the female literacy rate is 2.63%.