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.
Here you can discover what makes Bung Bung unique in its vibrant Dharchula-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Bung Bung’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Bung Bung
Population of Bung Bung
According to the 2011 Census, Bung Bung has a total population of about 516, with approximately 271 males and 245 females. The sex ratio is around 904 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 68 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 109 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 83. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.89%, with male literacy at about 76.38% and female literacy near 54.29%. There are around 110 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bung Bung's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.