Kantasola - Kusumi, Mayurbhanj
Kantasola is a village situated in the Kusumi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Badampahar and around 130 km from Baripada. Talokpokhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kantasola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantasola is 388352. The village covers a total geographical area of 104 hectares and falls under the 757047 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Kantasola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kantasola
According to the 2011 Census, Kantasola village had a total population of 314 people, including 159 males and 155 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.57%, with male literacy at 59.84% and female literacy at 47.20%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 213.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 314 | 159 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 213 | 110 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 76 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 83 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Kantasola
Kantasola 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 Kantasola
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kantasola.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Kantasola is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Kantasola is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kantasola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantasola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kantasola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantasola 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kantasola
Where is Kantasola located?
Kantasola village is located in Kusumi Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kantasola?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantasola is Talokpokhari.
What is the pincode of Kantasola?
The pincode of Kantasola is 757047.
What is the population of Kantasola?
Kantasola had a total population of 314, including 159 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Kantasola?
Kantasola had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantasola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantasola was 53.57%. Male literacy was 59.84% and female literacy was 47.20%.