Kontai

Kontai is a village located in Keshpur subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.9km away from sub-district headquarter Keshpur. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Kontai village. As per 2009 stats, Teghari is the gram panchayat of Kontai village.

Kontai 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 Kontai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kontai is 338103. The village spans a total geographical area of 355.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721122. Midnapur is nearest town to Kontai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.

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Population of Kontai

Below is a concise population overview of Kontai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,102 1,079 1,023
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 280 143 137
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,532 784 748
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 N/A 2
Literate Population 1,410 798 612
Illiterate Population 692 281 411

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kontai village:

  • The total population of Kontai village is around 2,102, including approximately 1,079 males and 1,023 females, with a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 280 children aged 0–6 years in Kontai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kontai village has 1,532 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kontai village is about 67.08%, with male literacy at 73.96% and female literacy at 59.82%.
  • There are around 405 households in Kontai village.

Connectivity of Kontai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kontai. As per the 2011 stats, Kontai 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 Kontai

Knowing the nearby villages of Kontai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kontai.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kontai

Where is Kontai located?
Kontai village is situated in Keshpur Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kontai?
The Gram Panchayat of Kontai is Teghari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kontai?
The pincode of Kontai is 721122, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kontai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kontai is 2,102, with 1,079 males and 1,023 females.
How many households are there in Kontai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kontai village has a total of 405 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kontai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kontai is 67.08%. The male literacy rate is 73.96%, while the female literacy rate is 59.82%.