Kantamunda - Gurundia, Sundargarh
Kantamunda is a village situated in the Gurundia tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurundia and around 180 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Sole serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kantamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantamunda is 385007. The village covers a total geographical area of 428 hectares and falls under the 770043 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kantamunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kantamunda
According to the 2011 Census, Kantamunda village had a total population of 446 people, including 220 males and 226 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 1,027 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.21%, with male literacy at 39.51% and female literacy at 21.30%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 439.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 446 | 220 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 58 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 439 | 217 | 222 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 64 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 156 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Kantamunda
Kantamunda 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 Kantamunda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kantamunda. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kantamunda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kochinda to Kantamunda is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Kantamunda is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kantamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantamunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kantamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantamunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kantamunda
Where is Kantamunda located?
Kantamunda village is located in Gurundia Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kantamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantamunda is Sole.
What is the pincode of Kantamunda?
The pincode of Kantamunda is 770043.
What is the population of Kantamunda?
Kantamunda had a total population of 446, including 220 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Kantamunda?
Kantamunda had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantamunda was 30.21%. Male literacy was 39.51% and female literacy was 21.30%.