Kantabani - Rairangpur, Mayurbhanj
Kantabani is a village situated in the Rairangpur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Rairangpur Town and around 78 km from Baripada. Purunapani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kantabani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantabani is 387647. The village covers a total geographical area of 175 hectares and falls under the 757043 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Kantabani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kantabani
As per Census 2011, Kantabani village has a total population of 720 people, consisting of 362 males and 358 females. The village has 187 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 471 literate and 249 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 264 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kantabani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 720 | 362 | 358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 54 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 34 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 264 | 136 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 471 | 253 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 109 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Kantabani
Kantabani 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 Kantabani
Kantabani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kantabani.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Kantabani is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Kantabani is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kantabani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantabani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kantabani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantabani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kantabani
Where is Kantabani located?
Kantabani village is located in Rairangpur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantabani?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantabani is Purunapani.
What is the pincode of Kantabani?
The pincode of Kantabani is 757043.
What is the population of Kantabani?
Kantabani has a total population of 720, including 362 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Kantabani?
There are 187 households in Kantabani.
What is the literacy rate in Kantabani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantabani is 65.42%. Male literacy is 69.89% and female literacy is 60.89%.