Tunera - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Tunera is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Chachrait serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tunera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tunera is 049749. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.36 hectares and falls under the 262534 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Tunera 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tunera
According to the 2011 Census, Tunera village had a total population of 48 people, including 31 males and 17 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 548 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.19%, with male literacy at 95.65% and female literacy at 78.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 48 | 31 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 22 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 9 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Tunera
Tunera 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 Tunera
Public transport in the Tunera is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Tunera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Tunera is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Tunera is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tunera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tunera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tunera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tunera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tunera
Where is Tunera located?
Tunera village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tunera?
The Gram Panchayat of Tunera is Chachrait.
What is the pincode of Tunera?
The pincode of Tunera is 262534.
What is the population of Tunera?
Tunera had a total population of 48, including 31 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Tunera?
Tunera had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tunera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tunera was 89.19%. Male literacy was 95.65% and female literacy was 78.57%.