Kanthipur
Kanthipur is a village located in Karwi tehsil of Chitrakoot district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Karwi (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Chitrakoot. As per 2009 stats, Kanthipur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanthipur unique in its vibrant Karwi-Chitrakoot region. You’ll see Kanthipur’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 Kanthipur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanthipur is 155765. The village spans a total geographical area of 133.21 hectares. Karwi is nearest town to Kanthipur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Kanthipur
Population of Kanthipur
According to the 2011 Census, Kanthipur has a total population of about 1,964, with approximately 1,040 males and 924 females. The sex ratio is around 888 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 298 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 710 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.99%, with male literacy at about 65.38% and female literacy near 43.29%. There are around 343 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanthipur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,964 | 1,040 | 924 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 298 | 166 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 710 | 367 | 343 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,080 | 680 | 400 |
| Illiterate Population | 884 | 360 | 524 |
Connectivity of Kanthipur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanthipur. As per the 2011 stats, Kanthipur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanthipur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanthipur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanthipur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanthipur
- Where is Kanthipur located?
- Kanthipur village is situated in Karwi Tehsil, within the Chitrakoot district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanthipur?
- Kanthipur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kanthipur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanthipur is 1,964, with 1,040 males and 924 females.
- How many households are there in Kanthipur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanthipur village has a total of 343 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanthipur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanthipur is 54.99%. The male literacy rate is 65.38%, while the female literacy rate is 43.29%.