Kantipota
Kantipota is a village located in Sonarpur subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.2km away from sub-district headquarter Rajpur (tehsildar office) and 29.6km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Kheyadaha Ii is the gram panchayat of Kantipota village.
Here you can discover what makes Kantipota unique in its vibrant Sonarpur-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Kantipota’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 Kantipota
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kantipota is 333549. The village spans a total geographical area of 119.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 700150. Sonarpur is nearest town to Kantipota village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kantipota village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sonarpur Uttar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kantipota
Population of Kantipota
According to the 2011 Census, Kantipota has a total population of about 1,718, with approximately 870 males and 848 females. The sex ratio is around 974 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 185 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,533 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.34%, with male literacy at about 73.79% and female literacy near 62.74%. There are around 396 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kantipota's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,718 | 870 | 848 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 97 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,533 | 768 | 765 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,174 | 642 | 532 |
| Illiterate Population | 544 | 228 | 316 |
Connectivity of Kantipota
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kantipota. As per the 2011 stats, Kantipota had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kantipota
Knowing the nearby villages of Kantipota helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kantipota.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kantipota
- Where is Kantipota located?
- Kantipota village is situated in Sonarpur Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kantipota?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kantipota is Kheyadaha Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kantipota?
- The pincode of Kantipota is 700150, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kantipota as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantipota is 1,718, with 870 males and 848 females.
- How many households are there in Kantipota as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kantipota village has a total of 396 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kantipota as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantipota is 68.34%. The male literacy rate is 73.79%, while the female literacy rate is 62.74%.