Contai
Contai is a village located in Dantan I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Dantan are the district & sub-district headquarters of Contai village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Ainkola is the gram panchayat of Contai village.
Here you can discover what makes Contai unique in its vibrant Dantan I-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Contai’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 Contai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Contai is 343826. The village spans a total geographical area of 185.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721426. Kharagpur is nearest town to Contai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 80km away.
Google Map of Contai
Population of Contai
According to the 2011 Census, Contai has a total population of about 1,044, with approximately 543 males and 501 females. The sex ratio is around 922 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 122 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 10 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 79. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.76%, with male literacy at about 67.03% and female literacy near 47.70%. There are around 245 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Contai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,044 | 543 | 501 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 62 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 37 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 603 | 364 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 441 | 179 | 262 |
Connectivity of Contai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Contai. As per the 2011 stats, Contai 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 Contai
Knowing the nearby villages of Contai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Contai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Contai
- Where is Contai located?
- Contai village is situated in Dantan I Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Contai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Contai is Ainkola (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Contai?
- The pincode of Contai is 721426, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Contai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Contai is 1,044, with 543 males and 501 females.
- How many households are there in Contai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Contai village has a total of 245 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Contai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Contai is 57.76%. The male literacy rate is 67.03%, while the female literacy rate is 47.70%.