Kantashala
Kantashala is a village located in Jhargram subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Jhargram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kantashala village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Bandhgora is the gram panchayat of Kantashala village.
Here you can discover what makes Kantashala unique in its vibrant Jhargram-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Kantashala’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 Kantashala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kantashala is 339550. The village spans a total geographical area of 20.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721507. Jhargram is nearest town to Kantashala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
As per 2019 stats, Kantashala village comes under Jhargram assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Kantashala
Population of Kantashala
According to the 2011 Census, Kantashala has a total population of about 115, with approximately 61 males and 54 females. The sex ratio is around 885 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 11 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 12 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 42. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.35%, with male literacy at about 65.57% and female literacy near 62.96%. There are around 28 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kantashala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 115 | 61 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 21 | 20 |
Connectivity of Kantashala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kantashala. As per the 2011 stats, Kantashala 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 Kantashala
Knowing the nearby villages of Kantashala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kantashala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kantashala
- Where is Kantashala located?
- Kantashala village is situated in Jhargram Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kantashala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kantashala is Bandhgora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kantashala?
- The pincode of Kantashala is 721507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kantashala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantashala is 115, with 61 males and 54 females.
- How many households are there in Kantashala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kantashala village has a total of 28 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kantashala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantashala is 64.35%. The male literacy rate is 65.57%, while the female literacy rate is 62.96%.