Sukna - Bhanoli, Almora
Sukna is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Sukana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sukna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sukna is 053643. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.28 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Sukna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Sukna
According to the 2011 Census, Sukna village had a total population of 100 people, including 47 males and 53 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,128 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 72.00%.
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 | 100 | 47 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 36 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 11 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Sukna
Sukna 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 Sukna
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Sukna.
| 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 Sukna is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sukna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sukna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sukna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sukna 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 Sukna
Where is Sukna located?
Sukna village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sukna?
The Gram Panchayat of Sukna is Sukana.
What is the pincode of Sukna?
The pincode of Sukna is 263622.
What is the population of Sukna?
Sukna had a total population of 100, including 47 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Sukna?
Sukna had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sukna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sukna was 80.00%. Male literacy was 90.00% and female literacy was 72.00%.