Bunagam
Bunagam is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Phorupeth is the gram panchayat of Bunagam village.
Here you can discover what makes Bunagam unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Bunagam’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 Bunagam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bunagam is 000188. The village spans a total geographical area of 60.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193302. Handwara is nearest town to Bunagam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Bunagam
Population of Bunagam
According to the 2011 Census, Bunagam has a total population of about 876, with approximately 448 males and 428 females. The sex ratio is around 955 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 153 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.11%, with male literacy at about 66.52% and female literacy near 49.30%. There are around 109 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bunagam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 876 | 448 | 428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 79 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 509 | 298 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 367 | 150 | 217 |
Connectivity of Bunagam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bunagam. As per the 2011 stats, Bunagam 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 Bunagam
Knowing the nearby villages of Bunagam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bunagam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bunagam
- Where is Bunagam located?
- Bunagam village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bunagam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bunagam is Phorupeth (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bunagam?
- The pincode of Bunagam is 193302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bunagam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bunagam is 876, with 448 males and 428 females.
- How many households are there in Bunagam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bunagam village has a total of 109 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bunagam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bunagam is 58.11%. The male literacy rate is 66.52%, while the female literacy rate is 49.30%.