Kantalasuan - Telkoi, Keonjhar
Kantalasuan is a village situated in the Telkoi tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Telkoi and around 85 km from Kendujhar. Karamangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kantalasuan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantalasuan is 386418. The village covers a total geographical area of 140 hectares and falls under the 758018 pincode. Talcher is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Kantalasuan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Telkoi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kantalasuan
As per Census 2011, Kantalasuan village has a total population of 567 people, consisting of 290 males and 277 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 303 literate and 264 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 309 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kantalasuan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 567 | 290 | 277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 50 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 309 | 165 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 303 | 178 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 112 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Kantalasuan
Kantalasuan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gopinathpur | West | 1.59 km |
| Karamangi | East | 2.71 km |
| Namakani | South-West | 2.86 km |
| Malanda | North-West | 3.19 km |
| Tangiri | South | 3.32 km |
| Purastampur | West | 3.84 km |
| Podanga | North | 4.07 km |
| Krushnapur | North-East | 4.13 km |
| Kundheihata | West | 4.38 km |
| Kodabil | South | 4.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kantalasuan
Kantalasuan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Harichandanpur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Talcher to Kantalasuan is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Kantalasuan is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kantalasuan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantalasuan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kantalasuan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantalasuan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kantalasuan
Where is Kantalasuan located?
Kantalasuan village is located in Telkoi Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantalasuan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantalasuan is Karamangi.
What is the pincode of Kantalasuan?
The pincode of Kantalasuan is 758018.
What is the population of Kantalasuan?
Kantalasuan has a total population of 567, including 290 males and 277 females.
How many households are there in Kantalasuan?
There are 122 households in Kantalasuan.
What is the literacy rate in Kantalasuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantalasuan is 53.44%. Male literacy is 61.38% and female literacy is 45.13%.