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.
Here you can discover what makes Kanta unique in its vibrant Padua-Koraput region. You’ll see Kanta’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kanta has a total population of about 496, with approximately 229 males and 267 females. The sex ratio is around 1165 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 75 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 216 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 216. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.36%, with male literacy at about 62.45% and female literacy near 30.71%. There are around 124 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.