Duna - Kosya Kutauli, Nainital
Duna is a village situated in the Kosya Kutauli tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kosya Kutauli and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Sirsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Duna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Duna is 054543. The village covers a total geographical area of 15.84 hectares and falls under the 263135 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Duna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Duna
According to the 2011 Census, Duna village had a total population of 41 people, including 20 males and 21 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 1,050 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.58%, with male literacy at 94.74% and female literacy at 68.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41.
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 | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 2 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Duna
Duna 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 Duna
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Duna.
| 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 Almora to Duna is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Duna is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Duna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Duna 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 Duna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Duna 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Duna
Where is Duna located?
Duna village is located in Kosya Kutauli Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Duna?
The Gram Panchayat of Duna is Sirsa.
What is the pincode of Duna?
The pincode of Duna is 263135.
What is the population of Duna?
Duna had a total population of 41, including 20 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Duna?
Duna had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Duna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Duna was 81.58%. Male literacy was 94.74% and female literacy was 68.42%.