Khuna - Bhikiasain, Almora
Khuna is a village situated in the Bhikiasain tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from Bhikiyasain and around 112 km from Almora. Inalo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khuna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khuna is 051704. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.7 hectares and falls under the 263680 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Khuna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khuna
As per Census 2011, Khuna village has a total population of 93 people, consisting of 42 males and 51 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 1,214 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 65 literate and 28 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khuna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 93 | 42 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 17 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 9 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Khuna
Khuna 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 Khuna
Public transport in the Khuna is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Khuna is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Khuna is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khuna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khuna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khuna
Where is Khuna located?
Khuna village is located in Bhikiasain Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khuna?
The Gram Panchayat of Khuna is Inalo.
What is the pincode of Khuna?
The pincode of Khuna is 263680.
What is the population of Khuna?
Khuna has a total population of 93, including 42 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Khuna?
There are 22 households in Khuna.
What is the literacy rate in Khuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuna is 69.89%. Male literacy is 78.57% and female literacy is 62.75%.