Kanthail
Kanthail is a village located in Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19.1km away from sub-district headquarter Kushmundi (tehsildar office) and 87.7km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Udaypur is the gram panchayat of Kanthail village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanthail unique in its vibrant Kushmundi-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Kanthail’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kanthail
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanthail is 310509. The village spans a total geographical area of 44.02 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733121. Kaliagong is nearest town to Kanthail village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kanthail
Population of Kanthail
According to the 2011 Census, Kanthail has a total population of about 173, with approximately 91 males and 82 females. The sex ratio is around 901 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 31 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 10 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.66%, with male literacy at about 50.55% and female literacy near 40.24%. There are around 35 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanthail's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 173 | 91 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 79 | 46 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 45 | 49 |
Connectivity of Kanthail
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanthail. As per the 2011 stats, Kanthail 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanthail
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanthail helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanthail.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanthail
- Where is Kanthail located?
- Kanthail village is situated in Kushmundi Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanthail?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanthail is Udaypur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanthail?
- The pincode of Kanthail is 733121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanthail as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanthail is 173, with 91 males and 82 females.
- How many households are there in Kanthail as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanthail village has a total of 35 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanthail as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanthail is 45.66%. The male literacy rate is 50.55%, while the female literacy rate is 40.24%.