Kantanagar
About Kantanagar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kantanagar village is 314437. Kantanagar village is located in Bhagawangola I subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Bhagawangola are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kantanagar village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kantanagar village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 849.65 hectares. Kantanagar has a total population of 15,587 peoples, out of which male population is 8,034 while female population is 7,553. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 940 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kantanagar village is 61.82% out of which 63.11% males and 60.45% females are literate. There are about 3,475 houses in kantanagar village. Pincode of kantanagar village locality is 742135.
When it comes to administration, Kantanagar 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, Kantanagar village comes under Bhagabangola Vidhan Sabha constituency & Murshidabad Lok Sabha constituency. Jiaganj is nearest town to kantanagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
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Population of Kantanagar
The population details of Kantanagar 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 | 15,587 | 8,034 | 7,553 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,158 | 1,138 | 1,020 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 928 | 482 | 446 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 9,636 | 5,070 | 4,566 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,951 | 2,964 | 2,987 |
Connectivity of Kantanagar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kantanagar
Where is Kantanagar located?
Kantanagar village is situated in Bhagawangola I Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantanagar?
Kantanagar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kantanagar?
The pincode of Kantanagar is 742135, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kantanagar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantanagar is 15,587, with 8,034 males and 7,553 females.
How many households are there in Kantanagar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kantanagar village has a total of 3,475 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantanagar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantanagar is 61.82%. The male literacy rate is 63.11%, while the female literacy rate is 60.45%.