Kana - Bhanoli, Almora
Kana is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kana is 053564. The village covers a total geographical area of 356.39 hectares and falls under the 263623 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kana
According to the 2011 Census, Kana village had a total population of 425 people, including 212 males and 213 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.05%, with male literacy at 77.06% and female literacy at 57.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 122.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 425 | 212 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 63 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 232 | 131 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 81 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Kana
Kana is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kana
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Kana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Kana is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kana
Where is Kana located?
Kana village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kana?
Kana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kana?
The pincode of Kana is 263623.
What is the population of Kana?
Kana had a total population of 425, including 212 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Kana?
Kana had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kana was 67.05%. Male literacy was 77.06% and female literacy was 57.39%.