Kunna - Kalsi, Dehradun
Kunna is a village situated in the Kalsi tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalsi and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Kunna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunna is 044800. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.19 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Vikasnagar is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Kunna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kunna
According to the 2011 Census, Kunna village had a total population of 181 people, including 97 males and 84 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 866 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.44%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 56.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 59, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 102.
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 | 181 | 97 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 30 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 52 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 72 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 25 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Kunna
Kunna 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 Kunna
Public transport in the Kunna is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Vikasnagar to Kunna is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Kunna is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kunna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunna 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kunna
Where is Kunna located?
Kunna village is located in Kalsi Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunna?
Kunna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kunna?
The pincode of Kunna is 248001.
What is the population of Kunna?
Kunna had a total population of 181, including 97 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Kunna?
Kunna had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kunna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunna was 72.44%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 56.94%.