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.
Here you can discover what makes Kantha unique in its vibrant Purwa-Unnao region. You’ll see Kantha’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 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.
Google Map of Kantha
Population of Kantha
According to the 2011 Census, Kantha has a total population of about 9,973, with approximately 5,323 males and 4,650 females. The sex ratio is around 873 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,345 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3,268 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.21%, with male literacy at about 61.98% and female literacy near 45.31%. There are around 2,079 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kantha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.