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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Bungli Gunth village has a total population of 1,404 people, consisting of 662 males and 742 females. The village has 290 households and a sex ratio of 1,120 females per 1,000 males. There are 255 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 853 literate and 551 illiterate residents. Additionally, 116 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bungli Gunth are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,404 | 662 | 742 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 133 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 53 | 63 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,404, including 662 males and 742 females.
How many households are there in Bungli Gunth?
There are 290 households in Bungli Gunth.
What is the literacy rate in Bungli Gunth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bungli Gunth is 60.75%. Male literacy is 74.77% and female literacy is 48.25%.