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.
Kantha Gerya 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Kantha Gerya 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kantha Gerya village:
- The total population of Kantha Gerya village is around 332, including approximately 163 males and 169 females, with a sex ratio of 1036 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 33 children aged 0–6 years in Kantha Gerya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kantha Gerya village has 53 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kantha Gerya village is about 81.02%, with male literacy at 90.18% and female literacy at 72.19%.
- There are around 88 households in Kantha Gerya village.
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%.