Kantipur

Kantipur is a village located in Memari Ii subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.3km away from sub-district headquarter Memari. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Kantipur village. As per 2009 stats, Bijur I is the gram panchayat of Kantipur village.

Kantipur has its own place in the vibrant Barddhaman 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 Kantipur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kantipur is 320321. The village spans a total geographical area of 76.49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 713407. Memari is nearest town to Kantipur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kantipur 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 Monteswar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bardhaman - Durgapur 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 Kantipur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 834 436 398
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 79 36 43
Scheduled Castes (SC) 216 113 103
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 608 345 263
Illiterate Population 226 91 135

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

  • The total population of Kantipur village is around 834, including approximately 436 males and 398 females, with a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 79 children aged 0–6 years in Kantipur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kantipur village has 216 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kantipur village is about 72.90%, with male literacy at 79.13% and female literacy at 66.08%.
  • There are around 177 households in Kantipur village.

Connectivity of Kantipur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kantipur. As per the 2011 stats, Kantipur 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 Kantipur

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

Kantabari Gorapur Bijur Kalyanpur Barari Banagram Bhandul Rean Melna Kaleswar Barkona

Frequently Asked Questions about Kantipur

Where is Kantipur located?
Kantipur village is situated in Memari Ii Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantipur is Bijur I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kantipur?
The pincode of Kantipur is 713407, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kantipur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantipur is 834, with 436 males and 398 females.
How many households are there in Kantipur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kantipur village has a total of 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantipur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantipur is 72.90%. The male literacy rate is 79.13%, while the female literacy rate is 66.08%.