Tuna Kote - Ranikhet, Almora
Tuna Kote is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Tunakot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tuna Kote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tuna Kote is 052484. The village covers a total geographical area of 228.72 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Tuna Kote 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 Tuna Kote
As per Census 2011, Tuna Kote village has a total population of 366 people, consisting of 182 males and 184 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 273 literate and 93 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tuna Kote are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 366 | 182 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 273 | 154 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 28 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Tuna Kote
Tuna Kote is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ruma | South | 0.90 km |
| Peepal Khand | North | 0.90 km |
| Dorab | East | 0.93 km |
| Dauni | West | 1.11 km |
| Shilingi | North-West | 1.51 km |
| Khagyar | West | 1.69 km |
| Pakhora | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Khirurhi | South | 2.03 km |
| Bamasyon | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Bajol | South-East | 2.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tuna Kote
Tuna Kote is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Kathgodam, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Tuna Kote is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Tuna Kote is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tuna Kote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tuna Kote 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tuna Kote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tuna Kote 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tuna Kote
Where is Tuna Kote located?
Tuna Kote village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tuna Kote?
The Gram Panchayat of Tuna Kote is Tunakot.
What is the pincode of Tuna Kote?
The pincode of Tuna Kote is 263645.
What is the population of Tuna Kote?
Tuna Kote has a total population of 366, including 182 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Tuna Kote?
There are 79 households in Tuna Kote.
What is the literacy rate in Tuna Kote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tuna Kote is 74.59%. Male literacy is 84.62% and female literacy is 64.67%.