Kunara - Mori, Uttarkashi
Kunara is a village situated in the Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mori and around 173 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Kunara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunara is 040270. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.71 hectares and falls under the 249128 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Kunara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kunara
As per Census 2011, Kunara village has a total population of 182 people, consisting of 97 males and 85 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 105 literate and 77 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kunara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 182 | 97 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 64 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 33 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Kunara
Kunara 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 Kunara
Kunara 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 Barkot to Kunara is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Kunara is about 173 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunara 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 Kunara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunara 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 Kunara
Where is Kunara located?
Kunara village is located in Mori Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunara?
Kunara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kunara?
The pincode of Kunara is 249128.
What is the population of Kunara?
Kunara has a total population of 182, including 97 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Kunara?
There are 27 households in Kunara.
What is the literacy rate in Kunara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunara is 57.69%. Male literacy is 65.98% and female literacy is 48.24%.