Bhunka Palla - Rudraprayag
Bhunka Palla is a village situated in the Rudraprayag tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from Rudraprayag, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Bhunaka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhunka Palla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhunka Palla is 042540. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.12 hectares and falls under the 246171 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bhunka Palla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudraprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhunka Palla
As per Census 2011, Bhunka Palla village has a total population of 102 people, consisting of 46 males and 56 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 1,217 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 72 literate and 30 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhunka Palla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 102 | 46 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 41 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 5 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Bhunka Palla
Bhunka Palla 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 Bhunka Palla
Bhunka Palla is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Bhunka Palla is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhunka Palla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhunka Palla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhunka Palla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhunka Palla 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 Bhunka Palla
Where is Bhunka Palla located?
Bhunka Palla village is located in Rudraprayag Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhunka Palla?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhunka Palla is Bhunaka.
What is the pincode of Bhunka Palla?
The pincode of Bhunka Palla is 246171.
What is the population of Bhunka Palla?
Bhunka Palla has a total population of 102, including 46 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Bhunka Palla?
There are 31 households in Bhunka Palla.
What is the literacy rate in Bhunka Palla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhunka Palla is 70.59%. Male literacy is 89.13% and female literacy is 55.36%.