Kukna - Dhari, Nainital
Kukna is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 75 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Kukna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kukna is 055012. The village covers a total geographical area of 239.77 hectares and falls under the 263136 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 105 km away.
Kukna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Kukna
According to the 2011 Census, Kukna village had a total population of 594 people, including 303 males and 291 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.45%, with male literacy at 89.67% and female literacy at 62.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 71.
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 | 594 | 303 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 61 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 38 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 357 | 217 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 86 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Kukna
Kukna 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 Kukna
Kukna 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 >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 Bhimtal to Kukna is about 105 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Kukna is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kukna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kukna 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 Kukna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kukna 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 Kukna
Where is Kukna located?
Kukna village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kukna?
Kukna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kukna?
The pincode of Kukna is 263136.
What is the population of Kukna?
Kukna had a total population of 594, including 303 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Kukna?
Kukna had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kukna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kukna was 76.45%. Male literacy was 89.67% and female literacy was 62.22%.