Kantul
About Kantul
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kantul village is 325225. Kantul village is located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 17.1km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 27.4km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Dadpur is the gram panchayat of Kantul village.
The total geographical area of village is 73.83 hectares. Kantul has a total population of 1,041 peoples, out of which male population is 532 while female population is 509. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 956 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kantul village is 66.09% out of which 74.62% males and 57.17% females are literate. There are about 253 houses in kantul village.
When it comes to administration, Kantul 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, Kantul village comes under Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency. Chunchura is nearest town to kantul village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
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Population of Kantul
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,041 | 532 | 509 |
| Children (0-6) | 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 |
Connectivity of Kantul
| 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kantul
Frequently Asked Questions about Kantul
Where is Kantul located?
Kantul village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantul?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantul is Dadpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Kantul as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantul is 1,041, with 532 males and 509 females.
How many households are there in Kantul as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kantul village has a total of 253 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantul as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantul is 66.09%. The male literacy rate is 74.62%, while the female literacy rate is 57.17%.