Naikana - Bhanoli, Almora
Naikana 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 38 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naikana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naikana is 053549. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.06 hectares and falls under the 263623 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Naikana 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 Naikana
According to the 2011 Census, Naikana village had a total population of 208 people, including 103 males and 105 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.46%, with male literacy at 93.55% and female literacy at 65.22%.
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 | 208 | 103 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 87 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 16 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Naikana
Naikana 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 Naikana
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Naikana.
| 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 Naikana is about 38 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 Naikana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naikana 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 Naikana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naikana 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 Naikana
Where is Naikana located?
Naikana village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naikana?
The Gram Panchayat of Naikana is Kana.
What is the pincode of Naikana?
The pincode of Naikana is 263623.
What is the population of Naikana?
Naikana had a total population of 208, including 103 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Naikana?
Naikana had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naikana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naikana was 79.46%. Male literacy was 93.55% and female literacy was 65.22%.