Kantagar
Kantagar is a village located in Pandua subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.9km away from sub-district headquarter Pandua (tehsildar office) and 30.6km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Simlagarhvitasin is the gram panchayat of Kantagar village.
Here you can discover what makes Kantagar unique in its vibrant Pandua-Hugli region. You’ll see Kantagar’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 Kantagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kantagar is 324824. The village spans a total geographical area of 76.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712156. Bansberia is nearest town to Kantagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Kantagar
Population of Kantagar
According to the 2011 Census, Kantagar has a total population of about 914, with approximately 456 males and 458 females. The sex ratio is around 1004 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 97 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 545 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 68.27%, with male literacy at about 75.88% and female literacy near 60.70%. There are around 211 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kantagar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 914 | 456 | 458 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 45 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 545 | 269 | 276 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 624 | 346 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 110 | 180 |
Connectivity of Kantagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kantagar. As per the 2011 stats, Kantagar 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 Kantagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Kantagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kantagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kantagar
- Where is Kantagar located?
- Kantagar village is situated in Pandua Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kantagar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kantagar is Simlagarhvitasin (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kantagar?
- The pincode of Kantagar is 712156, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kantagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantagar is 914, with 456 males and 458 females.
- How many households are there in Kantagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kantagar village has a total of 211 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kantagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantagar is 68.27%. The male literacy rate is 75.88%, while the female literacy rate is 60.70%.