Kantur
About Kantur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kantur village is 315877. Kantur village is located in Burwan subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Gram Salkia are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kantur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Biprasekhar is the gram panchayat of Kantur village.
The total geographical area of village is 128.37 hectares. Kantur has a total population of 901 peoples, out of which male population is 461 while female population is 440. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 954 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kantur village is 75.92% out of which 80.26% males and 71.36% females are literate. There are about 221 houses in kantur village. Pincode of kantur village locality is 742132.
When it comes to administration, Kantur 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, Kantur village comes under Burwan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Baharampur Lok Sabha constituency. Kandi is nearest town to kantur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Kantur
The population details of Kantur 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 | 901 | 461 | 440 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 92 | 49 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 285 | 146 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 684 | 370 | 314 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 91 | 126 |
Connectivity of Kantur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kantur
Where is Kantur located?
Kantur village is situated in Burwan Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantur is Biprasekhar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kantur?
The pincode of Kantur is 742132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kantur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantur is 901, with 461 males and 440 females.
How many households are there in Kantur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kantur village has a total of 221 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantur is 75.92%. The male literacy rate is 80.26%, while the female literacy rate is 71.36%.