Bung Bung

Bung Bung is a village located in Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 38km away from sub-district headquarter Dharchula (tehsildar office) and 138km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Bung Bung village is also a gram panchayat.

Bung Bung has its own place in the vibrant Pithoragarh 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 Bung Bung

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bung Bung is 049093. The village spans a total geographical area of 212.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262546. Dharchula is nearest town to Bung Bung village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.

When it comes to local governance, Bung Bung village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dharchula Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Almora Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Bung Bung

Below is a concise population overview of Bung Bung as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 516 271 245
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 68 36 32
Scheduled Castes (SC) 109 59 50
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 83 45 38
Literate Population 340 207 133
Illiterate Population 176 64 112

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bung Bung village:

  • The total population of Bung Bung village is around 516, including approximately 271 males and 245 females, with a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 68 children aged 0–6 years in Bung Bung village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bung Bung village has 109 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 83 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Bung Bung village is about 65.89%, with male literacy at 76.38% and female literacy at 54.29%.
  • There are around 110 households in Bung Bung village.

Connectivity of Bung Bung

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bung Bung. As per the 2011 stats, Bung Bung had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bung Bung

Knowing the nearby villages of Bung Bung helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bung Bung.

Raung Kong Gunji Napalachchu Garbyang Bundi Galagar Jipti Tankul Sirkha Himkhola Sagri Dhakdhauna

Frequently Asked Questions about Bung Bung

Where is Bung Bung located?
Bung Bung village is situated in Dharchula Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bung Bung?
Bung Bung serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Bung Bung?
The pincode of Bung Bung is 262546, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bung Bung as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bung Bung is 516, with 271 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Bung Bung as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bung Bung village has a total of 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bung Bung as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bung Bung is 65.89%. The male literacy rate is 76.38%, while the female literacy rate is 54.29%.