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.
Here you can discover what makes Kontai unique in its vibrant Keshpur-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Kontai’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 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.
Google Map of Kontai
Population of Kontai
According to the 2011 Census, Kontai has a total population of about 2,102, with approximately 1,079 males and 1,023 females. The sex ratio is around 948 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 280 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,532 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.08%, with male literacy at about 73.96% and female literacy near 59.82%. There are around 405 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kontai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.