Kuna - Jalali, Almora
Kuna is a village situated in the Jalali tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from Dwarahat and around 95 km from Almora. Kuna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuna is 052753. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.53 hectares and falls under the 263653 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kuna 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 Dwarahat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuna
According to the 2011 Census, Kuna village had a total population of 156 people, including 70 males and 86 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,229 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.37%, with male literacy at 89.47% and female literacy at 68.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
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 | 156 | 70 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 13 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 51 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 19 | 31 |
Transport and Connectivity of Kuna
Kuna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Dwarahat to Kuna is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Kuna is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuna 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kuna
Where is Kuna located?
Kuna village is located in Jalali Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kuna?
Kuna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kuna?
The pincode of Kuna is 263653.
What is the population of Kuna?
Kuna had a total population of 156, including 70 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Kuna?
Kuna had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuna was 77.37%. Male literacy was 89.47% and female literacy was 68.75%.