Bamunia - Memari - II, Purba Bardhaman
Bamunia is a village situated in the Memari - II subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.2 km from Memari. Barapalasan-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bamunia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamunia is 320309. The village covers a total geographical area of 237.55 hectares and falls under the 713426 pincode. Memari is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Bamunia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Monteswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardhaman - Durgapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bamunia
As per Census 2011, Bamunia village has a total population of 2,369 people, consisting of 1,159 males and 1,210 females. The village has 543 households and a sex ratio of 1,044 females per 1,000 males. There are 318 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,374 literate and 995 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,265 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bamunia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,369 | 1,159 | 1,210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 318 | 142 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,265 | 615 | 650 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,374 | 739 | 635 |
| Illiterate Population | 995 | 420 | 575 |
Nearby Villages of Bamunia
Bamunia 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 Bamunia
Bamunia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Memari to Bamunia is about 21 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 Bamunia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamunia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bamunia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamunia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bamunia
Where is Bamunia located?
Bamunia village is located in Memari - II Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bamunia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bamunia is Barapalasan-i.
What is the pincode of Bamunia?
The pincode of Bamunia is 713426.
What is the population of Bamunia?
Bamunia has a total population of 2,369, including 1,159 males and 1,210 females.
How many households are there in Bamunia?
There are 543 households in Bamunia.
What is the literacy rate in Bamunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamunia is 58.00%. Male literacy is 63.76% and female literacy is 52.48%.