Kantasala - Bangiriposi, Mayurbhanj
Kantasala is a village situated in the Bangiriposi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bangiriposi and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Badagan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kantasala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantasala is 389657. The village covers a total geographical area of 335 hectares and falls under the 757092 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Kantasala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraskana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kantasala
As per Census 2011, Kantasala village has a total population of 649 people, consisting of 328 males and 321 females. The village has 144 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 321 literate and 328 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 480 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kantasala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 649 | 328 | 321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 47 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 480 | 234 | 246 |
| Literate Population | 321 | 205 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 123 | 205 |
Nearby Villages of Kantasala
Kantasala 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 Kantasala
Kantasala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Kantasala is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Kantasala is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kantasala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantasala 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 Kantasala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantasala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kantasala
Where is Kantasala located?
Kantasala village is located in Bangiriposi Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantasala?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantasala is Badagan.
What is the pincode of Kantasala?
The pincode of Kantasala is 757092.
What is the population of Kantasala?
Kantasala has a total population of 649, including 328 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Kantasala?
There are 144 households in Kantasala.
What is the literacy rate in Kantasala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantasala is 49.46%. Male literacy is 62.50% and female literacy is 36.14%.