Bung Bung Village - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Bung Bung is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 138 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Bung Bung village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bung Bung is 049093. The village covers a total geographical area of 212.53 hectares and falls under the 262545 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Bung Bung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharchula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bung Bung
As per Census 2011, Bung Bung village has a total population of 516 people, consisting of 271 males and 245 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 340 literate and 176 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 83 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bung Bung are given below:
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Bung Bung
Bung Bung 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 Bung Bung
Public transport in the Bung Bung is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharchula to Bung Bung is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Bung Bung is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bung Bung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bung Bung village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bung Bung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bung Bung village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bung Bung
Where is Bung Bung located?
Bung Bung village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bung Bung?
Bung Bung is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bung Bung?
The pincode of Bung Bung is 262545.
What is the population of Bung Bung?
Bung Bung has a total population of 516, including 271 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Bung Bung?
There are 110 households in Bung Bung.
What is the literacy rate in Bung Bung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bung Bung is 65.89%. Male literacy is 76.38% and female literacy is 54.29%.