Kantapayara
Kantapayara is a village located in Astaranga tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Astaranga (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Astarang is the gram panchayat of Kantapayara village.
Here you can discover what makes Kantapayara unique in its vibrant Astaranga-Puri region. You’ll see Kantapayara’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 Kantapayara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kantapayara is 409242. The village spans a total geographical area of 71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752109. Nimapada is nearest town to Kantapayara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
Google Map of Kantapayara
Population of Kantapayara
According to the 2011 Census, Kantapayara has a total population of about 511, with approximately 255 males and 256 females. The sex ratio is around 1003 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 50 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 141 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 70.45%, with male literacy at about 74.12% and female literacy near 66.80%. There are around 114 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kantapayara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 511 | 255 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 30 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 69 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 360 | 189 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 66 | 85 |
Connectivity of Kantapayara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kantapayara. As per the 2011 stats, Kantapayara 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kantapayara
Knowing the nearby villages of Kantapayara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kantapayara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kantapayara
- Where is Kantapayara located?
- Kantapayara village is situated in Astaranga Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kantapayara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kantapayara is Astarang (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kantapayara?
- The pincode of Kantapayara is 752109, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kantapayara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantapayara is 511, with 255 males and 256 females.
- How many households are there in Kantapayara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kantapayara village has a total of 114 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kantapayara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantapayara is 70.45%. The male literacy rate is 74.12%, while the female literacy rate is 66.80%.