Kantagerya
Kantagerya 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 Kantagerya village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Changual is the gram panchayat of Kantagerya village.
Kantagerya 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 Kantagerya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kantagerya is 341725. The village spans a total geographical area of 54.39 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721301. Kharagpur is nearest town to Kantagerya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Kantagerya
Below is a concise population overview of Kantagerya 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 | 866 | 442 | 424 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 54 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 269 | 135 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 197 | 106 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 561 | 314 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 305 | 128 | 177 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kantagerya village:
- The total population of Kantagerya village is around 866, including approximately 442 males and 424 females, with a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 92 children aged 0–6 years in Kantagerya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kantagerya village has 269 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 197 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kantagerya village is about 64.78%, with male literacy at 71.04% and female literacy at 58.25%.
- There are around 206 households in Kantagerya village.
Connectivity of Kantagerya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kantagerya. As per the 2011 stats, Kantagerya 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kantagerya
Knowing the nearby villages of Kantagerya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kantagerya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kantagerya
- Where is Kantagerya located?
- Kantagerya village is situated in Kharagpur Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kantagerya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kantagerya is Changual (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kantagerya?
- The pincode of Kantagerya is 721301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kantagerya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantagerya is 866, with 442 males and 424 females.
- How many households are there in Kantagerya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kantagerya village has a total of 206 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kantagerya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantagerya is 64.78%. The male literacy rate is 71.04%, while the female literacy rate is 58.25%.