Kantor
Kantor is a village located in Hemtabad subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 0.7km away from sub-district headquarter Hemtabad. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Kantor village. As per 2009 stats, Hemtabad is the gram panchayat of Kantor village.
Here you can discover what makes Kantor unique in its vibrant Hemtabad-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Kantor’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 Kantor
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kantor is 309881. The village spans a total geographical area of 104.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733144. Raigonj is nearest town to Kantor village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Kantor
Population of Kantor
According to the 2011 Census, Kantor has a total population of about 2,671, with approximately 1,353 males and 1,318 females. The sex ratio is around 974 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 343 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 99 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 11. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.34%, with male literacy at about 65.04% and female literacy near 59.56%. There are around 608 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kantor's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,671 | 1,353 | 1,318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 343 | 156 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 48 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,665 | 880 | 785 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,006 | 473 | 533 |
Connectivity of Kantor
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kantor. As per the 2011 stats, Kantor had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kantor
Knowing the nearby villages of Kantor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kantor.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kantor
- Where is Kantor located?
- Kantor village is situated in Hemtabad Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kantor?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kantor is Hemtabad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kantor?
- The pincode of Kantor is 733144, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kantor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kantor is 2,671, with 1,353 males and 1,318 females.
- How many households are there in Kantor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kantor village has a total of 608 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kantor as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kantor is 62.34%. The male literacy rate is 65.04%, while the female literacy rate is 59.56%.