Kantiya - Kheenvsar, Nagaur
Kantiya is a village situated in the Kheenvsar tehsil of Nagaur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kheenvsar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nagaur. Kantiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantiya is 083054. The village covers a total geographical area of 2638 hectares and falls under the 341025 pincode. Nagaur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kantiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khinwsar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kantiya
As per Census 2011, Kantiya village has a total population of 3,369 people, consisting of 1,752 males and 1,617 females. The village has 543 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 566 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,591 literate and 1,778 illiterate residents. Additionally, 788 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kantiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,369 | 1,752 | 1,617 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 566 | 321 | 245 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 788 | 416 | 372 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,591 | 1,028 | 563 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,778 | 724 | 1,054 |
Nearby Villages of Kantiya
Kantiya is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Joginada | South-East | 3.62 km |
| Magre Wali Dhani | South-West | 4.02 km |
| Berathal Khurd | North-East | 5.59 km |
| Thambariya | West | 5.94 km |
| Peepliya | West | 5.98 km |
| Jagrampura | North | 6.31 km |
| Maheshpura | East | 6.44 km |
| Narwa Khurd | South | 6.77 km |
| Narwa Kalan | South | 6.90 km |
| Acheena | North-West | 7.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kantiya
Kantiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Alai, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.0 km.
| 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 Nagaur to Kantiya is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kantiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantiya 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 Kantiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantiya 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kantiya
Where is Kantiya located?
Kantiya village is located in Kheenvsar Tehsil, Nagaur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantiya?
Kantiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kantiya?
The pincode of Kantiya is 341025.
What is the population of Kantiya?
Kantiya has a total population of 3,369, including 1,752 males and 1,617 females.
How many households are there in Kantiya?
There are 543 households in Kantiya.
What is the literacy rate in Kantiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantiya is 47.22%. Male literacy is 58.68% and female literacy is 34.82%.