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
As per Census 2011, Kana village has a total population of 425 people, consisting of 212 males and 213 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 232 literate and 193 illiterate residents. Additionally, 122 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 425 | 212 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 63 | 59 |
| 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 has a total population of 425, including 212 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Kana?
There are 90 households in Kana.
What is the literacy rate in Kana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kana is 54.59%. Male literacy is 61.79% and female literacy is 47.42%.