Kantabanji Assembly Constituency (विधानसभा क्षेत्र)
About Kantabanji Assembly Constituency
The Kantabanji Assembly Constituency is a pivotal area in the democratic framework of Odisha. This constituency is represented by an elected member of the State Legislative Assembly and contributes to the governance and development of the state.
In the recent assembly elections, the Indian National Congress party showed consistent strength. Santosh Singh Saluja stood out as a key candidate in the Kantabanji constituency and is currently serving as its MLA (Member of Legislative Assembly - आमदार).
Constituency Details
Associated Parliament Constituency
An Assembly Constituency, like Kantabanji, serves as the foundation for state-level governance and citizen representation. It ensures that the voices of residents are heard and addressed in legislative processes.
Election Result Details
The last assembly elections in Kantabanji were held in 2019. Santosh Singh Saluja won the MLA seat with a margin of 0.1%. They represented the Indian National Congress, showing the party's strong support in this area.
| Assembly Constituency Name | Kantabanji | Assembly Constituency Number | 70 |
| District | Balangir | Constituency Type | General |
| Winning Candidate | Santosh Singh Saluja | Party | Indian National Congress |
| Total Electors | 279,830 | Total Votes | 188,781 |
| Poll Percentage | 67.5% | Margin Votes | 128 |
| Margin Percentage | 0.1% | Election Year | 2019 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Kantabanji is located in the Balangir district of Odisha.
Kantabanji is categorized as a General constituency.
The current MLA of Kantabanji is Santosh Singh Saluja from the Indian National Congress.
- Voter turnout: 67.5%
- Total votes cast: 188,781
- Total electors: 279,830
- Winning margin: 128 votes (0.1%)
Kantabanji falls under the Bolangir parliamentary constituency.
Santosh Singh Saluja represents the Indian National Congress.
Santosh Singh Saluja won with a margin of 128 votes, which is 0.1% of the total votes.
The Assembly Constituency Code for Kantabanji is 70.
The last assembly elections in Kantabanji were held in 2019.