Kokil Bana - Dhari, Nainital
Kokil Bana is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Kokilbana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kokil Bana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kokil Bana is 054923. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.09 hectares and falls under the 263132 pincode. Bhowali is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Kokil Bana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhimtal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kokil Bana
According to the 2011 Census, Kokil Bana village had a total population of 195 people, including 98 males and 97 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.07%, with male literacy at 98.81% and female literacy at 85.00%.
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 | 195 | 98 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 83 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 15 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Kokil Bana
Kokil Bana 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 Kokil Bana
Kokil Bana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhowali to Kokil Bana is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Kokil Bana is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kokil Bana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kokil Bana 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 Kokil Bana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kokil Bana 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kokil Bana
Where is Kokil Bana located?
Kokil Bana village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kokil Bana?
The Gram Panchayat of Kokil Bana is Kokilbana.
What is the pincode of Kokil Bana?
The pincode of Kokil Bana is 263132.
What is the population of Kokil Bana?
Kokil Bana had a total population of 195, including 98 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Kokil Bana?
Kokil Bana had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kokil Bana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kokil Bana was 92.07%. Male literacy was 98.81% and female literacy was 85.00%.