Kantul - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Kantul is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.1 km from Polba and around 27.4 km from Chinsura. Dadpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kantul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantul is 325225. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.83 hectares and falls under the 712305 pincode. Chunchura is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kantul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kantul
As per Census 2011, Kantul village has a total population of 1,041 people, consisting of 532 males and 509 females. The village has 253 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 688 literate and 353 illiterate residents. Additionally, 462 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kantul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,041 | 532 | 509 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 38 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 462 | 236 | 226 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 688 | 397 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 353 | 135 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Kantul
Kantul is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Anantapur | North-West | 0.64 km |
| Durgadaspur | North-East | 0.73 km |
| Sekendarpur | South | 0.88 km |
| Nabagram | East | 0.88 km |
| Krishnapur | North-West | 1.22 km |
| Jagannathpur | East | 1.27 km |
| Mogalpur | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Kantagare | South-West | 1.41 km |
| Hamidpur | North | 1.50 km |
| Haur | North-East | 1.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kantul
Public transport in the Kantul is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhaniakhali, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chunchura to Kantul is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Kantul is about 27.4 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kantul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kantul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kantul
Where is Kantul located?
Kantul village is located in Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantul?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantul is Dadpur.
What is the pincode of Kantul?
The pincode of Kantul is 712305.
What is the population of Kantul?
Kantul has a total population of 1,041, including 532 males and 509 females.
How many households are there in Kantul?
There are 253 households in Kantul.
What is the literacy rate in Kantul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantul is 66.09%. Male literacy is 74.62% and female literacy is 57.17%.