Kantabani
Kantabani is a village located in Para subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Para (tehsildar office) and 57.9km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Bahara is the gram panchayat of Kantabani village.
Here you can discover what makes Kantabani unique in its vibrant Para-Puruliya region. You’ll see Kantabani’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 Kantabani
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kantabani is 330023. The village spans a total geographical area of 202.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723126. Santaldih is nearest town to Kantabani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kantabani
Population of Kantabani
According to the 2011 Census, Kantabani has a total population of about 494, with approximately 254 males and 240 females. The sex ratio is around 944 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 56 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 173 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 62.96%, with male literacy at about 73.62% and female literacy near 51.67%. There are around 94 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kantabani's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 494 | 254 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 32 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 94 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 311 | 187 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 67 | 116 |
Connectivity of Kantabani
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kantabani. As per the 2011 stats, Kantabani had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kantabani
Knowing the nearby villages of Kantabani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kantabani.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kantabani
- Where is Kantabani located?
- Kantabani village is situated in Para Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kantabani?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kantabani is Bahara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kantabani?
- The pincode of Kantabani is 723126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kantabani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantabani is 494, with 254 males and 240 females.
- How many households are there in Kantabani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kantabani village has a total of 94 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kantabani as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantabani is 62.96%. The male literacy rate is 73.62%, while the female literacy rate is 51.67%.