Kantijhari
About Kantijhari
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kantijhari village is 409331. Kantijhari village is located in Konark tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Konark (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Simili is the gram panchayat of Kantijhari village.
The total geographical area of village is 60 hectares. Kantijhari has a total population of 615 peoples, out of which male population is 318 while female population is 297. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 933 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kantijhari village is 82.44% out of which 86.79% males and 77.78% females are literate. There are about 143 houses in kantijhari village. Pincode of kantijhari village locality is 752111.
When it comes to administration, Kantijhari village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kantijhari village comes under Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha constituency. Konark is nearest town to kantijhari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
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Population of Kantijhari
The population details of Kantijhari cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 615 | 318 | 297 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 46 | 26 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 507 | 276 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 42 | 66 |
Connectivity of Kantijhari
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kantijhari
Where is Kantijhari located?
Kantijhari village is situated in Konark Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantijhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantijhari is Simili (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kantijhari?
The pincode of Kantijhari is 752111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kantijhari as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantijhari is 615, with 318 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Kantijhari as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kantijhari village has a total of 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantijhari as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantijhari is 82.44%. The male literacy rate is 86.79%, while the female literacy rate is 77.78%.