Bung - Bali Chowki, Mandi
Bung is a village situated in the Bali Chowki tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Bung Jahal Gad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bung village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bung is 015021. The village covers a total geographical area of 108.59 hectares and falls under the 175106 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Bung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bung
According to the 2011 Census, Bung village had a total population of 329 people, including 171 males and 158 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.07%, with male literacy at 77.70% and female literacy at 57.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 92.
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 | 329 | 171 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 48 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 115 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 56 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Bung
Bung 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 Bung
Public transport in the Bung is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bung.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Bung is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bung 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 Bung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bung village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bung
Where is Bung located?
Bung village is located in Bali Chowki Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bung?
The Gram Panchayat of Bung is Bung Jahal Gad.
What is the pincode of Bung?
The pincode of Bung is 175106.
What is the population of Bung?
Bung had a total population of 329, including 171 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Bung?
Bung had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bung was 68.07%. Male literacy was 77.70% and female literacy was 57.66%.