Kantai
Kantai is a village located in Contai I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Contai are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kantai village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Dulalpur is the gram panchayat of Kantai village.
Here you can discover what makes Kantai unique in its vibrant Contai I-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Kantai’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 Kantai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kantai is 346115. The village spans a total geographical area of 159.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721401. Contai is nearest town to Kantai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Kantai
Population of Kantai
According to the 2011 Census, Kantai has a total population of about 2,045, with approximately 1,073 males and 972 females. The sex ratio is around 905 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 206 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 125 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 84.45%, with male literacy at about 87.60% and female literacy near 80.97%. There are around 445 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kantai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,045 | 1,073 | 972 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 116 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 70 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,727 | 940 | 787 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 133 | 185 |
Connectivity of Kantai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kantai. As per the 2011 stats, Kantai 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kantai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kantai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kantai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kantai
- Where is Kantai located?
- Kantai village is situated in Contai I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kantai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kantai is Dulalpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kantai?
- The pincode of Kantai is 721401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kantai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantai is 2,045, with 1,073 males and 972 females.
- How many households are there in Kantai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kantai village has a total of 445 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kantai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantai is 84.45%. The male literacy rate is 87.60%, while the female literacy rate is 80.97%.