Koon - Ramgarh, Nainital
Koon is a village situated in the Ramgarh tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from Nainital and around 22 km from Nainital. Ghorakhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koon is 054790. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.72 hectares and falls under the 263136 pincode. Bhowali is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Koon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ramnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koon
According to the 2011 Census, Koon village had a total population of 209 people, including 110 males and 99 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.11%, with male literacy at 95.83% and female literacy at 85.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70.
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 | 209 | 110 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 39 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 92 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 18 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Koon
Koon 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 Koon
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Koon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhowali to Koon is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Koon is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koon 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 Koon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koon 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 Koon
Where is Koon located?
Koon village is located in Ramgarh Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koon?
The Gram Panchayat of Koon is Ghorakhal.
What is the pincode of Koon?
The pincode of Koon is 263136.
What is the population of Koon?
Koon had a total population of 209, including 110 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Koon?
Koon had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koon was 91.11%. Male literacy was 95.83% and female literacy was 85.71%.