Kantanagar
Kantanagar is a village located in Sagardighi subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Sagardighi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kantanagar village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Monigram is the gram panchayat of Kantanagar village.
Here you can discover what makes Kantanagar unique in its vibrant Sagardighi-Murshidabad region. You’ll see Kantanagar’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 Kantanagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kantanagar is 314281. The village spans a total geographical area of 247.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742227. Jangipur is nearest town to Kantanagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Kantanagar
Population of Kantanagar
According to the 2011 Census, Kantanagar has a total population of about 9,453, with approximately 4,797 males and 4,656 females. The sex ratio is around 970 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,826 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,071 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 45.77%, with male literacy at about 46.86% and female literacy near 44.65%. There are around 1,769 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kantanagar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,453 | 4,797 | 4,656 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,826 | 927 | 899 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,071 | 540 | 531 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,327 | 2,248 | 2,079 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,126 | 2,549 | 2,577 |
Connectivity of Kantanagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kantanagar. As per the 2011 stats, Kantanagar 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 Kantanagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Kantanagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kantanagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kantanagar
- Where is Kantanagar located?
- Kantanagar village is situated in Sagardighi Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kantanagar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kantanagar is Monigram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kantanagar?
- The pincode of Kantanagar is 742227, 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 9,453, with 4,797 males and 4,656 females.
- How many households are there in Kantanagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kantanagar village has a total of 1,769 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kantanagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantanagar is 45.77%. The male literacy rate is 46.86%, while the female literacy rate is 44.65%.