Kantilo - Nimapada, Puri
Kantilo is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Baharana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kantilo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantilo is 408915. The village covers a total geographical area of 82 hectares and falls under the 752113 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Kantilo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kantilo
As per Census 2011, Kantilo village has a total population of 279 people, consisting of 142 males and 137 females. The village has 68 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 220 literate and 59 illiterate residents. Additionally, 83 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kantilo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 279 | 142 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 42 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 220 | 122 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 20 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Kantilo
Kantilo 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 Kantilo
Kantilo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Kantilo is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Kantilo is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kantilo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantilo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kantilo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantilo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kantilo
Where is Kantilo located?
Kantilo village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantilo?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantilo is Baharana.
What is the pincode of Kantilo?
The pincode of Kantilo is 752113.
What is the population of Kantilo?
Kantilo has a total population of 279, including 142 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Kantilo?
There are 68 households in Kantilo.
What is the literacy rate in Kantilo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantilo is 78.85%. Male literacy is 85.92% and female literacy is 71.53%.