Bonga
Bonga is a village located in Pratappur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 37km away from sub-district headquarter Pratappur (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Bonga village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bonga unique in its vibrant Pratappur-Surguja region. You’ll see Bonga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bonga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bonga is 432195. The village spans a total geographical area of 916.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497223. Pratappur is nearest town to Bonga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
Google Map of Bonga
Population of Bonga
According to the 2011 Census, Bonga has a total population of about 1,964, with approximately 971 males and 993 females. The sex ratio is around 1022 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 325 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 72 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,700. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.78%, with male literacy at about 49.43% and female literacy near 32.33%. There are around 417 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bonga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,964 | 971 | 993 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 325 | 158 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 30 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,700 | 851 | 849 |
| Literate Population | 801 | 480 | 321 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,163 | 491 | 672 |
Connectivity of Bonga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bonga. As per the 2011 stats, Bonga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bonga
Knowing the nearby villages of Bonga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bonga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bonga
- Where is Bonga located?
- Bonga village is situated in Pratappur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bonga?
- Bonga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bonga?
- The pincode of Bonga is 497223, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bonga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bonga is 1,964, with 971 males and 993 females.
- How many households are there in Bonga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bonga village has a total of 417 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bonga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bonga is 40.78%. The male literacy rate is 49.43%, while the female literacy rate is 32.33%.