Kalona - Ranikhet, Almora
Kalona is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Chaukuni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalona is 052428. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.1 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kalona 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 Kalona
According to the 2011 Census, Kalona village had a total population of 148 people, including 61 males and 87 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,426 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.85%, with male literacy at 95.92% and female literacy at 76.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 99.
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 | 148 | 61 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 40 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 47 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 14 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Kalona
Kalona 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 Kalona
Public transport in the Kalona 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 Ranikhet to Kalona is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Kalona is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kalona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalona 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kalona
Where is Kalona located?
Kalona village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kalona?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalona is Chaukuni.
What is the pincode of Kalona?
The pincode of Kalona is 263645.
What is the population of Kalona?
Kalona had a total population of 148, including 61 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Kalona?
Kalona had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalona was 83.85%. Male literacy was 95.92% and female literacy was 76.54%.