Kantagere
Kantagere is a village located in Kharagpur Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Kharagpur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kantagere village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Lachhmapur is the gram panchayat of Kantagere village.
Here you can discover what makes Kantagere unique in its vibrant Kharagpur Ii-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Kantagere’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 Kantagere
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kantagere is 341715. The village spans a total geographical area of 37.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721301. Kharagpur is nearest town to Kantagere village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kantagere
Population of Kantagere
According to the 2011 Census, Kantagere has a total population of about 473, with approximately 232 males and 241 females. The sex ratio is around 1038 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 65 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 297 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 138. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.12%, with male literacy at about 75.00% and female literacy near 55.60%. There are around 108 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kantagere's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 473 | 232 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 297 | 143 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 69 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 174 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 58 | 107 |
Connectivity of Kantagere
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kantagere. As per the 2011 stats, Kantagere had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kantagere
Knowing the nearby villages of Kantagere helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kantagere.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kantagere
- Where is Kantagere located?
- Kantagere village is situated in Kharagpur Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kantagere?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kantagere is Lachhmapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kantagere?
- The pincode of Kantagere is 721301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kantagere as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantagere is 473, with 232 males and 241 females.
- How many households are there in Kantagere as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kantagere village has a total of 108 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kantagere as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantagere is 65.12%. The male literacy rate is 75.00%, while the female literacy rate is 55.60%.