Kantha

Kantha is a village located in Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Ukhimath (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Rudraprayag. As per 2009 stats, Tewari is the gram panchayat of Kantha village.

Here you can discover what makes Kantha unique in its vibrant Ukhimath-Rudraprayag 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 042144. The village spans a total geographical area of 10.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246469. Rudraprayag is nearest town to Kantha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 44km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kantha village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kantha

According to the 2011 Census, Kantha has a total population of about 33, with approximately 15 males and 18 females. The sex ratio is around 1200 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 4 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.76%, with male literacy at about 93.33% and female literacy near 61.11%. There are around 5 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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 33 15 18
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 4 1 3
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 25 14 11
Illiterate Population 8 1 7

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 <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
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 Ukhimath Tehsil, within the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantha?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantha is Tewari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kantha?
The pincode of Kantha is 246469, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kantha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantha is 33, with 15 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Kantha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kantha village has a total of 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantha is 75.76%. The male literacy rate is 93.33%, while the female literacy rate is 61.11%.