Koonia - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Koonia is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Kudiyan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koonia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koonia is 049198. The village covers a total geographical area of 196.45 hectares and falls under the 262552 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Koonia 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 Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koonia
According to the 2011 Census, Koonia village had a total population of 277 people, including 118 males and 159 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,347 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.32%, with male literacy at 93.94% and female literacy at 68.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 87.
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 | 277 | 118 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 42 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 93 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 25 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Koonia
Koonia 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 Koonia
Public transport in the Koonia is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Koonia is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Koonia is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koonia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koonia 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Koonia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koonia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Koonia
Where is Koonia located?
Koonia village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Koonia?
The Gram Panchayat of Koonia is Kudiyan.
What is the pincode of Koonia?
The pincode of Koonia is 262552.
What is the population of Koonia?
Koonia had a total population of 277, including 118 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Koonia?
Koonia had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koonia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koonia was 79.32%. Male literacy was 93.94% and female literacy was 68.84%.