Hunera - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Hunera is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Hunera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hunera is 049192. The village covers a total geographical area of 748.36 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Hunera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hunera
As per Census 2011, Hunera village has a total population of 451 people, consisting of 219 males and 232 females. The village has 95 households and a sex ratio of 1,059 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 306 literate and 145 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hunera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 451 | 219 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 20 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 177 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 42 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Hunera
Hunera 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 Hunera
Hunera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Didihat to Hunera is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Hunera is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hunera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hunera 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Hunera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hunera 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 Hunera
Where is Hunera located?
Hunera village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hunera?
Hunera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hunera?
The pincode of Hunera is 262551.
What is the population of Hunera?
Hunera has a total population of 451, including 219 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Hunera?
There are 95 households in Hunera.
What is the literacy rate in Hunera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hunera is 67.85%. Male literacy is 80.82% and female literacy is 55.60%.