Kantoli - Malpura, Tonk
Kantoli is a village situated in the Malpura tehsil of Tonk district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malpura and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Tonk. Kantoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantoli is 092605. The village covers a total geographical area of 2799 hectares and falls under the 304503 pincode. Malpura is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Kantoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malpura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kantoli
As per Census 2011, Kantoli village has a total population of 3,181 people, consisting of 1,619 males and 1,562 females. The village has 573 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 415 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,269 literate and 1,912 illiterate residents. Additionally, 532 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 531 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kantoli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,181 | 1,619 | 1,562 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 415 | 207 | 208 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 532 | 268 | 264 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 531 | 262 | 269 |
| Literate Population | 1,269 | 829 | 440 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,912 | 790 | 1,122 |
Nearby Villages of Kantoli
Kantoli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahadeo Pura | North-West | 2.95 km |
| Nayagaon Jatan | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Dheebru | South-West | 4.13 km |
| Baghpura | West | 4.24 km |
| Roopaheli | North-East | 4.79 km |
| Barh Dorai | East | 4.90 km |
| Maharajpura @ Teetriya | East | 5.02 km |
| Hindola | South | 5.17 km |
| Sindoliya | North | 5.18 km |
| Bagri | North-West | 5.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kantoli
Kantoli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sali, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Malpura to Kantoli is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tonk to Kantoli is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kantoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kantoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kantoli
Where is Kantoli located?
Kantoli village is located in Malpura Tehsil, Tonk district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantoli?
Kantoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kantoli?
The pincode of Kantoli is 304503.
What is the population of Kantoli?
Kantoli has a total population of 3,181, including 1,619 males and 1,562 females.
How many households are there in Kantoli?
There are 573 households in Kantoli.
What is the literacy rate in Kantoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantoli is 39.89%. Male literacy is 51.20% and female literacy is 28.17%.