Kantadi
About Kantadi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kantadi village is 331229. Kantadi village is located in Arsha subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 30.4km away from sub-district headquarter Sirkabad (tehsildar office) and 14.2km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Puara is the gram panchayat of Kantadi village.
The total geographical area of village is 522.05 hectares. Kantadi has a total population of 1,845 peoples, out of which male population is 962 while female population is 883. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 917 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kantadi village is 56.31% out of which 66.63% males and 45.07% females are literate. There are about 332 houses in kantadi village. Pincode of kantadi village locality is 723153.
When it comes to administration, Kantadi village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kantadi village comes under Balarampur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Purulia Lok Sabha constituency. Purulia is nearest town to kantadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
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Population of Kantadi
The population details of Kantadi cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,845 | 962 | 883 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 257 | 140 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 517 | 273 | 244 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 581 | 288 | 293 |
| Literate Population | 1,039 | 641 | 398 |
| Illiterate Population | 806 | 321 | 485 |
Connectivity of Kantadi
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kantadi
Where is Kantadi located?
Kantadi village is situated in Arsha Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantadi is Puara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kantadi?
The pincode of Kantadi is 723153, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kantadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantadi is 1,845, with 962 males and 883 females.
How many households are there in Kantadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kantadi village has a total of 332 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantadi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantadi is 56.31%. The male literacy rate is 66.63%, while the female literacy rate is 45.07%.