Kantari
About Kantari
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kantari village is 318257. Kantari village is located in Dubrajpur subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.1km away from sub-district headquarter Dubrajpur (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Jashpur is the gram panchayat of Kantari village.
The total geographical area of village is 166.95 hectares. Kantari has a total population of 1,568 peoples, out of which male population is 773 while female population is 795. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1028 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kantari village is 56.31% out of which 61.32% males and 51.45% females are literate. There are about 350 houses in kantari village. Pincode of kantari village locality is 731124.
When it comes to administration, Kantari 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, Kantari village comes under Dubrajpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Birbhum Lok Sabha constituency. Dubrajpur is nearest town to kantari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Kantari
The population details of Kantari 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 | 1,568 | 773 | 795 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 213 | 102 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 514 | 263 | 251 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 2 | 2 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 883 | 474 | 409 |
| Illiterate Population | 685 | 299 | 386 |
Connectivity of Kantari
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kantari
Where is Kantari located?
Kantari village is situated in Dubrajpur Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantari?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantari is Jashpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kantari?
The pincode of Kantari is 731124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kantari as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantari is 1,568, with 773 males and 795 females.
How many households are there in Kantari as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kantari village has a total of 350 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantari as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantari is 56.31%. The male literacy rate is 61.32%, while the female literacy rate is 51.45%.