Kantasi

Kantasi is a village located in Kotulpur subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.2km away from sub-district headquarter Kotulpur. Bankura is the district headquarter of Kantasi village. As per 2009 stats, Madanmohanpur is the gram panchayat of Kantasi village.

Kantasi 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 Kantasi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kantasi is 327868. The village spans a total geographical area of 115.23 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722141. Bishnupur is nearest town to Kantasi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kantasi 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 Indus 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 Kantasi

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 560 286 274
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 62 28 34
Scheduled Castes (SC) 162 85 77
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 397 222 175
Illiterate Population 163 64 99

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

  • The total population of Kantasi village is around 560, including approximately 286 males and 274 females, with a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 62 children aged 0–6 years in Kantasi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kantasi village has 162 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kantasi village is about 70.89%, with male literacy at 77.62% and female literacy at 63.87%.
  • There are around 124 households in Kantasi village.

Connectivity of Kantasi

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kantasi

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Kantasi

Where is Kantasi located?
Kantasi village is situated in Kotulpur Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantasi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantasi is Madanmohanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kantasi?
The pincode of Kantasi is 722141, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kantasi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantasi is 560, with 286 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Kantasi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kantasi village has a total of 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantasi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantasi is 70.89%. The male literacy rate is 77.62%, while the female literacy rate is 63.87%.