Kantia
Kantia is a village located in Jatani tehsil of Khordha district in Odisha, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Jatani (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Khordha . As per 2009 stats, Kantia village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kantia unique in its vibrant Jatani-Khordha region. You’ll see Kantia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kantia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kantia is 407825. The village spans a total geographical area of 586 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752050. Jatani is nearest town to Kantia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kantia
Population of Kantia
According to the 2011 Census, Kantia has a total population of about 2,621, with approximately 1,362 males and 1,259 females. The sex ratio is around 924 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 242 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 376 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 81.99%, with male literacy at about 84.58% and female literacy near 79.19%. There are around 549 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kantia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,621 | 1,362 | 1,259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 130 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 376 | 195 | 181 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,149 | 1,152 | 997 |
| Illiterate Population | 472 | 210 | 262 |
Connectivity of Kantia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kantia. As per the 2011 stats, Kantia 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 Kantia
Knowing the nearby villages of Kantia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kantia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kantia
- Where is Kantia located?
- Kantia village is situated in Jatani Tehsil, within the Khordha district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kantia?
- Kantia serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kantia?
- The pincode of Kantia is 752050, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kantia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantia is 2,621, with 1,362 males and 1,259 females.
- How many households are there in Kantia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kantia village has a total of 549 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kantia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantia is 81.99%. The male literacy rate is 84.58%, while the female literacy rate is 79.19%.