Kanta - Bansgaon, Gorakhpur
Kanta is a village situated in the Bansgaon tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansgaon and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Atrauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanta is 186196. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.64 hectares and falls under the 273403 pincode. Bansgaon is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Kanta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bansgaon Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Nearby Villages of Kanta
Kanta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Benwapar | North | 0.71 km |
| Siyarha | West | 0.76 km |
| Mau Buzurg | South | 0.87 km |
| Jamunijot | East | 1.11 km |
| Pachisi Khas | South-East | 1.25 km |
| Mishraulia | West | 1.36 km |
| Kalaura | West | 1.46 km |
| Saital | North | 1.55 km |
| Atrauli | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Lahidari | North-West | 1.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanta
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kanta. The nearest railway station is Sardarnagar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bansgaon to Kanta is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Kanta is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanta
Where is Kanta located?
Kanta village is located in Bansgaon Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanta?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanta is Atrauli.
What is the pincode of Kanta?
The pincode of Kanta is 273403.