Bunga - Dhaulchhina, Almora
Bunga is a village situated in the Dhaulchhina tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 50 km from Almora and around 50 km from Almora. Bunga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bunga is 052803. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.9 hectares and falls under the 263624 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Bunga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Almora Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Bunga
According to the 2011 Census, Bunga village had a total population of 220 people, including 101 males and 119 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,178 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.92%, with male literacy at 93.18% and female literacy at 61.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 81.
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 | 220 | 101 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 35 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 82 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 19 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Bunga
Bunga 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 Bunga
Bunga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Bunga is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bunga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bunga 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bunga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bunga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bunga
Where is Bunga located?
Bunga village is located in Dhaulchhina Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bunga?
Bunga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bunga?
The pincode of Bunga is 263624.
What is the population of Bunga?
Bunga had a total population of 220, including 101 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Bunga?
Bunga had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bunga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bunga was 75.92%. Male literacy was 93.18% and female literacy was 61.17%.