Khuna - Bageshwar
Khuna is a village situated in the Bageshwar tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from Bageshwar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Walna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khuna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khuna is 051033. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.03 hectares and falls under the 263642 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Khuna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khuna
As per Census 2011, Khuna village has a total population of 115 people, consisting of 59 males and 56 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 84 literate and 31 illiterate residents. Additionally, 66 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khuna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 115 | 59 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 53 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 6 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Khuna
Khuna 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 Khuna
Khuna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Khuna is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khuna 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khuna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khuna
Where is Khuna located?
Khuna village is located in Bageshwar Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khuna?
The Gram Panchayat of Khuna is Walna.
What is the pincode of Khuna?
The pincode of Khuna is 263642.
What is the population of Khuna?
Khuna has a total population of 115, including 59 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Khuna?
There are 24 households in Khuna.
What is the literacy rate in Khuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuna is 73.04%. Male literacy is 89.83% and female literacy is 55.36%.