Bonga - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Bonga is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from Devprayag and around 76 km from New Tehri. Rankandiyal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bonga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bonga is 043325. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.76 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Kirtinagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bonga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bonga
As per Census 2011, Bonga village has a total population of 26 people, consisting of 11 males and 15 females. The village has 7 households and a sex ratio of 1,363 females per 1,000 males. The village has 21 literate and 5 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bonga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | - | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Bonga
Bonga 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 Bonga
Bonga is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kirtinagar to Bonga is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Bonga is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bonga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bonga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bonga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bonga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bonga
Where is Bonga located?
Bonga village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bonga?
The Gram Panchayat of Bonga is Rankandiyal.
What is the pincode of Bonga?
The pincode of Bonga is 249161.
What is the population of Bonga?
Bonga has a total population of 26, including 11 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Bonga?
There are 7 households in Bonga.
What is the literacy rate in Bonga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bonga is 80.77%. Male literacy is 100.00% and female literacy is 66.67%.