Bunga - Garud, Bageshwar
Bunga is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Boonga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bunga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bunga is 051305. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.85 hectares and falls under the 263635 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Bunga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Bunga
According to the 2011 Census, Bunga village had a total population of 448 people, including 202 males and 246 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 1,218 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.32%, with male literacy at 97.11% and female literacy at 74.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 93.
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 | 448 | 202 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 39 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 328 | 168 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 34 | 86 |
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 shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Bunga is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bunga
Where is Bunga located?
Bunga village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bunga?
The Gram Panchayat of Bunga is Boonga.
What is the pincode of Bunga?
The pincode of Bunga is 263635.
What is the population of Bunga?
Bunga had a total population of 448, including 202 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Bunga?
Bunga had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bunga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bunga was 84.32%. Male literacy was 97.11% and female literacy was 74.07%.