Tikuri - Kosya Kutauli, Nainital
Tikuri is a village situated in the Kosya Kutauli tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kosya Kutauli and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Tikuri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tikuri is 054591. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.08 hectares and falls under the 263135 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Tikuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Tikuri
According to the 2011 Census, Tikuri village had a total population of 155 people, including 64 males and 91 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,422 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.64%, with male literacy at 98.11% and female literacy at 82.28%.
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 | 155 | 64 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 52 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 12 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Tikuri
Tikuri 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 Tikuri
Tikuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Almora to Tikuri is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Tikuri is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tikuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tikuri 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 Tikuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tikuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tikuri
Where is Tikuri located?
Tikuri village is located in Kosya Kutauli Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tikuri?
Tikuri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tikuri?
The pincode of Tikuri is 263135.
What is the population of Tikuri?
Tikuri had a total population of 155, including 64 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Tikuri?
Tikuri had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tikuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tikuri was 88.64%. Male literacy was 98.11% and female literacy was 82.28%.