Kontala
Kontala 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 Kontala village.
Kontala 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 Kontala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kontala is 386997. Anandapur is nearest town to Kontala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kontala 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.
Google Map of Kontala
Population of Kontala
Below is a concise population overview of Kontala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 271 | 136 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 29 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 252 | 124 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 64 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 72 | 121 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kontala village:
- The total population of Kontala village is around 271, including approximately 136 males and 135 females, with a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 51 children aged 0–6 years in Kontala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kontala village has 19 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 252 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kontala village is about 28.78%, with male literacy at 47.06% and female literacy at 10.37%.
- There are around 66 households in Kontala village.
Connectivity of Kontala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kontala. As per the 2011 stats, Kontala 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kontala
Knowing the nearby villages of Kontala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kontala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kontala
- Where is Kontala located?
- Kontala village is situated in Anandapur Tehsil, within the Kendujhar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kontala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kontala is Gayalamunda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kontala?
- The pincode of Kontala is 758021, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kontala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kontala is 271, with 136 males and 135 females.
- How many households are there in Kontala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kontala village has a total of 66 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kontala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kontala is 28.78%. The male literacy rate is 47.06%, while the female literacy rate is 10.37%.