Bhunar - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Bhunar is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Surkhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhunar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhunar is 049994. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.79 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 92 km away.
Bhunar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhunar
According to the 2011 Census, Bhunar village had a total population of 46 people, including 24 males and 22 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.70%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 80.00%.
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 | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 23 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 1 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Bhunar
Bhunar 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 Bhunar
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bhunar.
| 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 Pithoragarh to Bhunar is about 92 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhunar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhunar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhunar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhunar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhunar
Where is Bhunar located?
Bhunar village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhunar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhunar is Surkhal.
What is the pincode of Bhunar?
The pincode of Bhunar is 262522.
What is the population of Bhunar?
Bhunar had a total population of 46, including 24 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Bhunar?
Bhunar had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhunar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhunar was 90.70%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 80.00%.