Kantapali - Gurundia, Sundargarh
Kantapali is a village situated in the Gurundia tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurundia and around 170 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Gurundia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kantapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantapali is 385002. The village covers a total geographical area of 278 hectares and falls under the 770043 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Kantapali 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 Kantapali
As per Census 2011, Kantapali village has a total population of 927 people, consisting of 488 males and 439 females. The village has 151 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 628 literate and 299 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 782 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kantapali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 927 | 488 | 439 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 51 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 782 | 419 | 363 |
| Literate Population | 628 | 378 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 299 | 110 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Kantapali
Kantapali 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 Kantapali
Kantapali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Raurkela to Kantapali is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Kantapali is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kantapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantapali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kantapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantapali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kantapali
Where is Kantapali located?
Kantapali village is located in Gurundia Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantapali is Gurundia.
What is the pincode of Kantapali?
The pincode of Kantapali is 770043.
What is the population of Kantapali?
Kantapali has a total population of 927, including 488 males and 439 females.
How many households are there in Kantapali?
There are 151 households in Kantapali.
What is the literacy rate in Kantapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantapali is 67.75%. Male literacy is 77.46% and female literacy is 56.95%.