Kantajhar
Kantajhar is a village located in Hatibari tehsil of Sundargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 42km away from sub-district headquarter Hatibari (tehsildar office) and 160km away from district headquarter Sundargarh. As per 2009 stats, Karkatnasa is the gram panchayat of Kantajhar village.
Here you can discover what makes Kantajhar unique in its vibrant Hatibari-Sundargarh region. You’ll see Kantajhar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kantajhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kantajhar is 384379. The village spans a total geographical area of 322 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 770046. Biramitrapur is nearest town to Kantajhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Kantajhar
Population of Kantajhar
According to the 2011 Census, Kantajhar has a total population of about 834, with approximately 409 males and 425 females. The sex ratio is around 1039 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 102 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 33 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 593. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.76%, with male literacy at about 62.84% and female literacy near 48.94%. There are around 179 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kantajhar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 834 | 409 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 38 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 593 | 290 | 303 |
| Literate Population | 465 | 257 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 369 | 152 | 217 |
Connectivity of Kantajhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kantajhar. As per the 2011 stats, Kantajhar 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kantajhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Kantajhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kantajhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kantajhar
- Where is Kantajhar located?
- Kantajhar village is situated in Hatibari Tehsil, within the Sundargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kantajhar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kantajhar is Karkatnasa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kantajhar?
- The pincode of Kantajhar is 770046, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kantajhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantajhar is 834, with 409 males and 425 females.
- How many households are there in Kantajhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kantajhar village has a total of 179 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kantajhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantajhar is 55.76%. The male literacy rate is 62.84%, while the female literacy rate is 48.94%.