Bunga - Someshwar, Almora
Bunga is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Bunga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bunga is 053269. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.08 hectares and falls under the 263629 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Bunga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bunga
As per Census 2011, Bunga village has a total population of 393 people, consisting of 154 males and 239 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 1,551 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 287 literate and 106 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bunga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 393 | 154 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 21 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 18 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 287 | 128 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 26 | 80 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bunga
Where is Bunga located?
Bunga village is located in Someshwar 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 263629.
What is the population of Bunga?
Bunga has a total population of 393, including 154 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Bunga?
There are 99 households in Bunga.
What is the literacy rate in Bunga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bunga is 73.03%. Male literacy is 83.12% and female literacy is 66.53%.