Bongta
Bongta is a village located in Dera Gopipur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 49km away from district headquarter Dera Gopipur. Dera Gopipur is the sub-district headquarter of Bongta village. As per 2009 stats, Bongta village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bongta unique in its vibrant Dera Gopipur-Kangra region. You’ll see Bongta’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 Bongta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bongta is 010309. The village spans a total geographical area of 50.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177101. Dera Gopipur is nearest town to Bongta village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Bongta
Population of Bongta
According to the 2011 Census, Bongta has a total population of about 182, with approximately 99 males and 83 females. The sex ratio is around 838 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 25 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 108 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.12%, with male literacy at about 78.79% and female literacy near 79.52%. There are around 47 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bongta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 182 | 99 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 17 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 64 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 144 | 78 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 21 | 17 |
Connectivity of Bongta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bongta. As per the 2011 stats, Bongta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bongta
Knowing the nearby villages of Bongta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bongta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bongta
- Where is Bongta located?
- Bongta village is situated in Dera Gopipur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bongta?
- Bongta serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bongta?
- The pincode of Bongta is 177101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bongta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bongta is 182, with 99 males and 83 females.
- How many households are there in Bongta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bongta village has a total of 47 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bongta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bongta is 79.12%. The male literacy rate is 78.79%, while the female literacy rate is 79.52%.