Bungli Gunth - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Bungli Gunth is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Bungli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bungli Gunth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bungli Gunth is 050141. The village covers a total geographical area of 422.28 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Bungli Gunth village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bungli Gunth
According to the 2011 Census, Bungli Gunth village had a total population of 1,404 people, including 662 males and 742 females, living in 290 households. The sex ratio was 1,121 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.24%, with male literacy at 93.57% and female literacy at 57.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 116.
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 | 1,404 | 662 | 742 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 133 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 53 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 853 | 495 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 551 | 167 | 384 |
Nearby Villages of Bungli Gunth
Bungli Gunth 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 Bungli Gunth
Bungli Gunth 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 >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 Bungli Gunth is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bungli Gunth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bungli Gunth 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 Bungli Gunth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bungli Gunth village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bungli Gunth
Where is Bungli Gunth located?
Bungli Gunth village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bungli Gunth?
The Gram Panchayat of Bungli Gunth is Bungli.
What is the pincode of Bungli Gunth?
The pincode of Bungli Gunth is 262522.
What is the population of Bungli Gunth?
Bungli Gunth had a total population of 1,404, including 662 males and 742 females.
How many households are there in Bungli Gunth?
Bungli Gunth had 290 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bungli Gunth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bungli Gunth was 74.24%. Male literacy was 93.57% and female literacy was 57.74%.