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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tikuri
As per Census 2011, Tikuri village has a total population of 155 people, consisting of 64 males and 91 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 1,421 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 117 literate and 38 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tikuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 155 | 64 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| 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 has a total population of 155, including 64 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Tikuri?
There are 40 households in Tikuri.
What is the literacy rate in Tikuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tikuri is 75.48%. Male literacy is 81.25% and female literacy is 71.43%.