Kantabani

Kantabani is a village located in Gangajalghati subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Amarkanan. Bankura is the district headquarter of Kantabani village. As per 2009 stats, Pirraboni is the gram panchayat of Kantabani village.

Kantabani has its own place in the vibrant Bankura 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 Kantabani

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kantabani is 326335. The village spans a total geographical area of 102.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722203. Bankura is nearest town to Kantabani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kantabani 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 Barjora Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bishnupur 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 Kantabani

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 774 404 370
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 99 59 40
Scheduled Castes (SC) 213 110 103
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 488 289 199
Illiterate Population 286 115 171

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

  • The total population of Kantabani village is around 774, including approximately 404 males and 370 females, with a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 99 children aged 0–6 years in Kantabani village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kantabani village has 213 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kantabani village is about 63.05%, with male literacy at 71.53% and female literacy at 53.78%.
  • There are around 162 households in Kantabani village.

Connectivity of Kantabani

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kantabani. As per the 2011 stats, Kantabani 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kantabani

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

Atarya Gobardhanpur Pirrabani Dhabani Gobindapur Radha Krishnapur Gopinathpur Maldanga Tentulia Danga Shimlagar Bhatla Para Menjua

Frequently Asked Questions about Kantabani

Where is Kantabani located?
Kantabani village is situated in Gangajalghati Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantabani?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantabani is Pirraboni (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kantabani?
The pincode of Kantabani is 722203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kantabani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantabani is 774, with 404 males and 370 females.
How many households are there in Kantabani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kantabani village has a total of 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantabani as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantabani is 63.05%. The male literacy rate is 71.53%, while the female literacy rate is 53.78%.