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.
Here you can discover what makes Kantagerya unique in its vibrant Kharagpur Ii-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Kantagerya’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 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.
Google Map of Kantagerya
Population of Kantagerya
According to the 2011 Census, Kantagerya has a total population of about 866, with approximately 442 males and 424 females. The sex ratio is around 959 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 92 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 269 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 197. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.78%, with male literacy at about 71.04% and female literacy near 58.25%. There are around 206 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kantagerya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.