Kukna

Kukna is a village located in Dhari tehsil of Nainital district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 75km away from sub-district headquarter Dhari (tehsildar office) and 115km away from district headquarter Nainital. As per 2009 stats, Kukna village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Kukna unique in its vibrant Dhari-Nainital region. You’ll see Kukna’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Kukna

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kukna is 055012. The village spans a total geographical area of 239.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 263132. Bhimtal is nearest town to Kukna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 105km away.

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Population of Kukna

According to the 2011 Census, Kukna has a total population of about 594, with approximately 303 males and 291 females. The sex ratio is around 960 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 127 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 71 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.10%, with male literacy at about 71.62% and female literacy near 48.11%. There are around 101 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kukna's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 594 303 291
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 127 61 66
Scheduled Castes (SC) 71 38 33
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 357 217 140
Illiterate Population 237 86 151

Connectivity of Kukna

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kukna. As per the 2011 stats, Kukna had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kukna

Knowing the nearby villages of Kukna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kukna.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kukna

Where is Kukna located?

Kukna village is situated in Dhari Tehsil, within the Nainital district of Uttarakhand, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Kukna?

Kukna serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.

What is the pincode of Kukna?

The pincode of Kukna is 263132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.

What is the population of Kukna as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kukna is 594, with 303 males and 291 females.

How many households are there in Kukna as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, Kukna village has a total of 101 households.

What is the literacy rate in Kukna as per the 2011 Census?

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kukna is 60.10%. The male literacy rate is 71.62%, while the female literacy rate is 48.11%.