Kantapahari
Kantapahari is a village located in Binpur I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.9km away from sub-district headquarter Binpur. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Kantapahari village. As per 2009 stats, Sijua is the gram panchayat of Kantapahari village.
Kantapahari has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kantapahari
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kantapahari is 336205. The village spans a total geographical area of 71.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721121. Jhargram is nearest town to Kantapahari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
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Population of Kantapahari
Below is a concise population overview of Kantapahari as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 968 | 487 | 481 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 70 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 601 | 295 | 306 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 558 | 342 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 410 | 145 | 265 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kantapahari village:
- The total population of Kantapahari village is around 968, including approximately 487 males and 481 females, with a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 142 children aged 0–6 years in Kantapahari village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kantapahari village has 601 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kantapahari village is about 57.64%, with male literacy at 70.23% and female literacy at 44.91%.
- There are around 203 households in Kantapahari village.
Connectivity of Kantapahari
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kantapahari. As per the 2011 stats, Kantapahari 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kantapahari
Knowing the nearby villages of Kantapahari helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kantapahari.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kantapahari
- Where is Kantapahari located?
- Kantapahari village is situated in Binpur I Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kantapahari?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kantapahari is Sijua (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kantapahari?
- The pincode of Kantapahari is 721121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kantapahari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantapahari is 968, with 487 males and 481 females.
- How many households are there in Kantapahari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kantapahari village has a total of 203 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kantapahari as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantapahari is 57.64%. The male literacy rate is 70.23%, while the female literacy rate is 44.91%.