Bonga
Bonga is a village located in Bhatwari tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 34km away from sub-district headquarter Bhatwari (tehsildar office) and 5km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Bonga village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bonga unique in its vibrant Bhatwari-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Bonga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bonga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bonga is 040786. The village spans a total geographical area of 98.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249193. Uttarkashi is nearest town to Bonga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Bonga
Population of Bonga
According to the 2011 Census, Bonga has a total population of about 645, with approximately 321 males and 324 females. The sex ratio is around 1009 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 82 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 139 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.01%, with male literacy at about 83.49% and female literacy near 58.64%. There are around 132 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bonga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 645 | 321 | 324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 41 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 67 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 458 | 268 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 53 | 134 |
Connectivity of Bonga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bonga. As per the 2011 stats, Bonga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bonga
Knowing the nearby villages of Bonga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bonga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bonga
- Where is Bonga located?
- Bonga village is situated in Bhatwari Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bonga?
- Bonga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bonga?
- The pincode of Bonga is 249193, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bonga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bonga is 645, with 321 males and 324 females.
- How many households are there in Bonga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bonga village has a total of 132 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bonga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bonga is 71.01%. The male literacy rate is 83.49%, while the female literacy rate is 58.64%.