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.
Bunagam has its own place in the vibrant Kupwara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
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Population of Bunagam
Below is a concise population overview of Bunagam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bunagam village:
- The total population of Bunagam village is around 876, including approximately 448 males and 428 females, with a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 153 children aged 0–6 years in Bunagam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Bunagam village is about 58.11%, with male literacy at 66.52% and female literacy at 49.30%.
- There are around 109 households in Bunagam village.
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) |
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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%.