Kantabania - Ghasipura, Keonjhar
Kantabania is a village situated in the Ghasipura tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Sainkul and around 101 km from Kendujhar. Gadabandhagoda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kantabania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantabania is 387308. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 758021 pincode. Anandapur is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Kantabania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghasipura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kantabania
According to the 2011 Census, Kantabania village had a total population of 472 people, including 229 males and 243 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 1,061 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.06%, with male literacy at 97.55% and female literacy at 88.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 368.
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 | 472 | 229 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 368 | 179 | 189 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 389 | 199 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 30 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Kantabania
Kantabania 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 Kantabania
Kantabania is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anandapur to Kantabania is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Kantabania is about 101 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kantabania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantabania village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kantabania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantabania 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kantabania
Where is Kantabania located?
Kantabania village is located in Ghasipura Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantabania?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantabania is Gadabandhagoda.
What is the pincode of Kantabania?
The pincode of Kantabania is 758021.
What is the population of Kantabania?
Kantabania had a total population of 472, including 229 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Kantabania?
Kantabania had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantabania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantabania was 93.06%. Male literacy was 97.55% and female literacy was 88.79%.