Kantasaru - Paparahandi, Nabarangpur
Kantasaru is a village situated in the Paparahandi tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from Paparahandi and around 33 km from Nabarangapur . Chercheta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kantasaru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantasaru is 427757. The village covers a total geographical area of 622 hectares and falls under the 764071 pincode. Papadahandi is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Kantasaru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dabugam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kantasaru
As per Census 2011, Kantasaru village has a total population of 1,612 people, consisting of 786 males and 826 females. The village has 347 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 339 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 293 literate and 1,319 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,420 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kantasaru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,612 | 786 | 826 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 339 | 171 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,420 | 692 | 728 |
| Literate Population | 293 | 178 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,319 | 608 | 711 |
Nearby Villages of Kantasaru
Kantasaru 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 Kantasaru
Public transport in the Kantasaru is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Papadahandi to Kantasaru is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Kantasaru is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kantasaru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantasaru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kantasaru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantasaru 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kantasaru
Where is Kantasaru located?
Kantasaru village is located in Paparahandi Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantasaru?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantasaru is Chercheta.
What is the pincode of Kantasaru?
The pincode of Kantasaru is 764071.
What is the population of Kantasaru?
Kantasaru has a total population of 1,612, including 786 males and 826 females.
How many households are there in Kantasaru?
There are 347 households in Kantasaru.
What is the literacy rate in Kantasaru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantasaru is 18.18%. Male literacy is 22.65% and female literacy is 13.92%.