Kantha

Kantha is a village located in Purwa tehsil of Unnao district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Purwa (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Unnao. As per 2009 stats, Kantha village is also a gram panchayat.

Kantha has its own place in the vibrant Unnao 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 Kantha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kantha is 142406. The village spans a total geographical area of 2155.13 hectares. Purwa is nearest town to Kantha village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Kantha

Below is a concise population overview of Kantha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 9,973 5,323 4,650
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,345 708 637
Scheduled Castes (SC) 3,268 1,742 1,526
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 7 2 5
Literate Population 5,406 3,299 2,107
Illiterate Population 4,567 2,024 2,543

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kantha village:

  • The total population of Kantha village is around 9,973, including approximately 5,323 males and 4,650 females, with a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,345 children aged 0–6 years in Kantha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kantha village has 3,268 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 7 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kantha village is about 54.21%, with male literacy at 61.98% and female literacy at 45.31%.
  • There are around 2,079 households in Kantha village.

Connectivity of Kantha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kantha. As per the 2011 stats, Kantha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kantha

Knowing the nearby villages of Kantha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kantha.

Keoni Jagdish Pur Sahabad Grant Beekamau Narsingh Pur Ratawar Surja Pur Saraiya Chaktaliya Bhur Islam Nagar Newada

Frequently Asked Questions about Kantha

Where is Kantha located?
Kantha village is situated in Purwa Tehsil, within the Unnao district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantha?
Kantha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Kantha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantha is 9,973, with 5,323 males and 4,650 females.
How many households are there in Kantha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kantha village has a total of 2,079 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantha is 54.21%. The male literacy rate is 61.98%, while the female literacy rate is 45.31%.