Kantha Gerya
Kantha Gerya is a village located in Debra subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Balichak are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kantha Gerya village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Golgram is the gram panchayat of Kantha Gerya village.
Here you can discover what makes Kantha Gerya unique in its vibrant Debra-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Kantha Gerya’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 Kantha Gerya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kantha Gerya is 342178. The village spans a total geographical area of 61.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721136. Medinipore is nearest town to Kantha Gerya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 47km away.
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Population of Kantha Gerya
According to the 2011 Census, Kantha Gerya has a total population of about 332, with approximately 163 males and 169 females. The sex ratio is around 1036 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 33 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 53. The overall literacy rate is approximately 81.02%, with male literacy at about 90.18% and female literacy near 72.19%. There are around 88 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kantha Gerya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 332 | 163 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 25 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 269 | 147 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 16 | 47 |
Connectivity of Kantha Gerya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kantha Gerya. As per the 2011 stats, Kantha Gerya 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 Kantha Gerya
Knowing the nearby villages of Kantha Gerya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kantha Gerya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kantha Gerya
- Where is Kantha Gerya located?
- Kantha Gerya village is situated in Debra Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kantha Gerya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kantha Gerya is Golgram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kantha Gerya?
- The pincode of Kantha Gerya is 721136, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kantha Gerya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantha Gerya is 332, with 163 males and 169 females.
- How many households are there in Kantha Gerya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kantha Gerya village has a total of 88 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kantha Gerya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantha Gerya is 81.02%. The male literacy rate is 90.18%, while the female literacy rate is 72.19%.