Kantasila
Kantasila is a village located in Chandanpur tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Chandanpur (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Chalisibatia is the gram panchayat of Kantasila village.
Kantasila has its own place in the vibrant Puri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kantasila
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kantasila is 409796. The village spans a total geographical area of 323 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752012. Puri is nearest town to Kantasila village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
As per 2019 stats, Kantasila village comes under Puri assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Kantasila
Population of Kantasila
Below is a concise population overview of Kantasila as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,254 | 655 | 599 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 74 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 75 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 879 | 513 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 142 | 233 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kantasila village:
- The total population of Kantasila village is around 1,254, including approximately 655 males and 599 females, with a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 141 children aged 0–6 years in Kantasila village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kantasila village has 141 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Kantasila village is about 70.10%, with male literacy at 78.32% and female literacy at 61.10%.
- There are around 249 households in Kantasila village.
Connectivity of Kantasila
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kantasila. As per the 2011 stats, Kantasila had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kantasila
Knowing the nearby villages of Kantasila helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kantasila.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kantasila
- Where is Kantasila located?
- Kantasila village is situated in Chandanpur Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kantasila?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kantasila is Chalisibatia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kantasila?
- The pincode of Kantasila is 752012, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kantasila as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantasila is 1,254, with 655 males and 599 females.
- How many households are there in Kantasila as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kantasila village has a total of 249 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kantasila as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantasila is 70.10%. The male literacy rate is 78.32%, while the female literacy rate is 61.10%.