Kenthalya
Kenthalya is a village located in Gangajalghati subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.8km away from sub-district headquarter Amarkanan. Bankura is the district headquarter of Kenthalya village. As per 2009 stats, Banashuria is the gram panchayat of Kenthalya village.
Kenthalya 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 Kenthalya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kenthalya is 326246. The village spans a total geographical area of 177.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722183. Bankura is nearest town to Kenthalya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kenthalya 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 Saltora Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bankura 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 Kenthalya
Below is a concise population overview of Kenthalya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 367 | 174 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 64 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 225 | 107 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 102 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 72 | 117 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kenthalya village:
- The total population of Kenthalya village is around 367, including approximately 174 males and 193 females, with a sex ratio of 1109 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 57 children aged 0–6 years in Kenthalya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kenthalya village has 133 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 225 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kenthalya village is about 48.50%, with male literacy at 58.62% and female literacy at 39.38%.
- There are around 70 households in Kenthalya village.
Connectivity of Kenthalya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kenthalya. As per the 2011 stats, Kenthalya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kenthalya
Knowing the nearby villages of Kenthalya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kenthalya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kenthalya
- Where is Kenthalya located?
- Kenthalya village is situated in Gangajalghati Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kenthalya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kenthalya is Banashuria (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kenthalya?
- The pincode of Kenthalya is 722183, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kenthalya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kenthalya is 367, with 174 males and 193 females.
- How many households are there in Kenthalya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kenthalya village has a total of 70 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kenthalya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kenthalya is 48.50%. The male literacy rate is 58.62%, while the female literacy rate is 39.38%.