Aina - Ranikhet, Almora
Aina is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Aina village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aina is 052287. The village covers a total geographical area of 355.91 hectares and falls under the 263652 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Aina 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 Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aina
According to the 2011 Census, Aina village had a total population of 824 people, including 380 males and 444 females, living in 170 households. The sex ratio was 1,168 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.00%, with male literacy at 91.90% and female literacy at 66.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 492.
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 | 824 | 380 | 444 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 59 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 492 | 244 | 248 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 553 | 295 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 85 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Aina
Aina 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 Aina
Aina is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Aina is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Aina is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aina 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Aina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aina 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Aina
Where is Aina located?
Aina village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Aina?
Aina is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Aina?
The pincode of Aina is 263652.
What is the population of Aina?
Aina had a total population of 824, including 380 males and 444 females.
How many households are there in Aina?
Aina had 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aina was 78.00%. Male literacy was 91.90% and female literacy was 66.49%.