Kantigadia - Hatadihi, Keonjhar
Kantigadia is a village situated in the Hatadihi tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Soso and around 100 km from Kendujhar. Pandado serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kantigadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantigadia is 387101. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 758078 pincode. Anandapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kantigadia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anandapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kantigadia
As per Census 2011, Kantigadia village has a total population of 105 people, consisting of 57 males and 48 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 842 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 87 literate and 18 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kantigadia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 105 | 57 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 3 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 54 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 3 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Kantigadia
Kantigadia 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 Kantigadia
Kantigadia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anandapur to Kantigadia is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Kantigadia is about 100 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 Kantigadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantigadia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kantigadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantigadia 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kantigadia
Where is Kantigadia located?
Kantigadia village is located in Hatadihi Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantigadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantigadia is Pandado.
What is the pincode of Kantigadia?
The pincode of Kantigadia is 758078.
What is the population of Kantigadia?
Kantigadia has a total population of 105, including 57 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Kantigadia?
There are 25 households in Kantigadia.
What is the literacy rate in Kantigadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantigadia is 82.86%. Male literacy is 94.74% and female literacy is 68.75%.