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.
Kantajhar has its own place in the vibrant Sundargarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
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Population of Kantajhar
Below is a concise population overview of Kantajhar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kantajhar village:
- The total population of Kantajhar village is around 834, including approximately 409 males and 425 females, with a sex ratio of 1039 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 102 children aged 0–6 years in Kantajhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kantajhar village has 33 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 593 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kantajhar village is about 55.76%, with male literacy at 62.84% and female literacy at 48.94%.
- There are around 179 households in Kantajhar village.
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%.