Kanta
Kanta is a village located in Padua tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Padua (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Bilaput is the gram panchayat of Kanta village.
Kanta has its own place in the vibrant Koraput 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 Kanta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanta is 429716. The village spans a total geographical area of 226 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764038. Jeypur is nearest town to Kanta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
Google Map of Kanta
Population of Kanta
Below is a concise population overview of Kanta 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 | 496 | 229 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 35 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 216 | 109 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 216 | 91 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 143 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 86 | 185 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanta village:
- The total population of Kanta village is around 496, including approximately 229 males and 267 females, with a sex ratio of 1165 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 75 children aged 0–6 years in Kanta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kanta village has 216 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 216 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kanta village is about 45.36%, with male literacy at 62.45% and female literacy at 30.71%.
- There are around 124 households in Kanta village.
Connectivity of Kanta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanta. As per the 2011 stats, Kanta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanta
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanta
- Where is Kanta located?
- Kanta village is situated in Padua Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanta is Bilaput (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanta?
- The pincode of Kanta is 764038, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanta is 496, with 229 males and 267 females.
- How many households are there in Kanta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanta village has a total of 124 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanta is 45.36%. The male literacy rate is 62.45%, while the female literacy rate is 30.71%.