Kantia
About Kantia
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kantia village is 320079. Kantia village is located in Burdwan I subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.3km away from sub-district headquarter Burdwan. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Kantia village. As per 2009 stats, Rayan I is the gram panchayat of Kantia village.
The total geographical area of village is 173.97 hectares. Kantia has a total population of 969 peoples, out of which male population is 495 while female population is 474. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 957 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kantia village is 63.47% out of which 73.13% males and 53.38% females are literate. There are about 232 houses in kantia village. Pincode of kantia village locality is 713101.
When it comes to administration, Kantia village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kantia village comes under Burdwan Uttar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bardhaman - Durgapur Lok Sabha constituency. Burdwan is nearest town to kantia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
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Population of Kantia
The population details of Kantia cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 969 | 495 | 474 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 107 | 54 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 471 | 245 | 226 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 292 | 146 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 615 | 362 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 133 | 221 |
Connectivity of Kantia
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kantia
Where is Kantia located?
Kantia village is situated in Burdwan I Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantia is Rayan I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kantia?
The pincode of Kantia is 713101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kantia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantia is 969, with 495 males and 474 females.
How many households are there in Kantia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kantia village has a total of 232 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantia is 63.47%. The male literacy rate is 73.13%, while the female literacy rate is 53.38%.