Kantapada
Kantapada is a village located in Astaranga tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Astaranga (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Kantapada village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kantapada unique in its vibrant Astaranga-Puri region. You’ll see Kantapada’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 Kantapada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kantapada is 409229. The village spans a total geographical area of 119 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752108. Nimapada is nearest town to Kantapada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 44km away.
Google Map of Kantapada
Population of Kantapada
According to the 2011 Census, Kantapada has a total population of about 981, with approximately 490 males and 491 females. The sex ratio is around 1002 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 89 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 338 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.94%, with male literacy at about 82.45% and female literacy near 69.45%. There are around 238 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kantapada's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 981 | 490 | 491 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 44 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 338 | 164 | 174 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 745 | 404 | 341 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 86 | 150 |
Connectivity of Kantapada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kantapada. As per the 2011 stats, Kantapada 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kantapada
Knowing the nearby villages of Kantapada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kantapada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kantapada
- Where is Kantapada located?
- Kantapada village is situated in Astaranga Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kantapada?
- Kantapada serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kantapada?
- The pincode of Kantapada is 752108, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kantapada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantapada is 981, with 490 males and 491 females.
- How many households are there in Kantapada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kantapada village has a total of 238 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kantapada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantapada is 75.94%. The male literacy rate is 82.45%, while the female literacy rate is 69.45%.