Uskuna - Someshwar, Almora
Uskuna is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Uskuna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uskuna is 053391. The village covers a total geographical area of 194.09 hectares and falls under the 263636 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Uskuna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Uskuna
As per Census 2011, Uskuna village has a total population of 205 people, consisting of 85 males and 120 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 1,411 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 149 literate and 56 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uskuna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 205 | 85 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 16 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 67 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 18 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Uskuna
Uskuna 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 Uskuna
Uskuna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Uskuna is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uskuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uskuna 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Uskuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uskuna 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Uskuna
Where is Uskuna located?
Uskuna village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uskuna?
Uskuna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Uskuna?
The pincode of Uskuna is 263636.
What is the population of Uskuna?
Uskuna has a total population of 205, including 85 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Uskuna?
There are 49 households in Uskuna.
What is the literacy rate in Uskuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uskuna is 72.68%. Male literacy is 78.82% and female literacy is 68.33%.