Kanta Chauki
Kanta Chauki is a village located in Pingla subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Pingla are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kanta Chauki village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Dhaneswarpur is the gram panchayat of Kanta Chauki village.
Kanta Chauki 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 Kanta Chauki
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanta Chauki is 342556. The village spans a total geographical area of 57.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721140. Kharagpur is nearest town to Kanta Chauki village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Kanta Chauki
Below is a concise population overview of Kanta Chauki 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 | 269 | 125 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 16 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 80 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 93 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 32 | 71 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanta Chauki village:
- The total population of Kanta Chauki village is around 269, including approximately 125 males and 144 females, with a sex ratio of 1152 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 41 children aged 0–6 years in Kanta Chauki village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kanta Chauki village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 179 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kanta Chauki village is about 61.71%, with male literacy at 74.40% and female literacy at 50.69%.
- There are around 69 households in Kanta Chauki village.
Connectivity of Kanta Chauki
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanta Chauki. As per the 2011 stats, Kanta Chauki 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 Kanta Chauki
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanta Chauki helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanta Chauki.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanta Chauki
- Where is Kanta Chauki located?
- Kanta Chauki village is situated in Pingla Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanta Chauki?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanta Chauki is Dhaneswarpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanta Chauki?
- The pincode of Kanta Chauki is 721140, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanta Chauki as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanta Chauki is 269, with 125 males and 144 females.
- How many households are there in Kanta Chauki as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanta Chauki village has a total of 69 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanta Chauki as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanta Chauki is 61.71%. The male literacy rate is 74.40%, while the female literacy rate is 50.69%.