Borong Telijan - Jonai, Dhemaji
Borong Telijan is a village situated in the Jonai subdivision of Dhemaji district, Assam. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jonai and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Dhemaji. Laimekuri serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Borong Telijan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borong Telijan is 289379. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 787060 pincode. Pasighat is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Borong Telijan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lakhimpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borong Telijan
According to the 2011 Census, Borong Telijan village had a total population of 340 people, including 172 males and 168 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.24%, with male literacy at 77.62% and female literacy at 46.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 336.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 340 | 172 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 336 | 169 | 167 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 111 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 61 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Borong Telijan
Borong Telijan 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 Borong Telijan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Borong Telijan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Pasighat to Borong Telijan is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhemaji to Borong Telijan is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borong Telijan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borong Telijan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Borong Telijan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borong Telijan 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 Borong Telijan
Where is Borong Telijan located?
Borong Telijan village is located in Jonai Subdivision, Dhemaji district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Borong Telijan?
The Gaon Panchayat of Borong Telijan is Laimekuri.
What is the pincode of Borong Telijan?
The pincode of Borong Telijan is 787060.
What is the population of Borong Telijan?
Borong Telijan had a total population of 340, including 172 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Borong Telijan?
Borong Telijan had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Borong Telijan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borong Telijan was 62.24%. Male literacy was 77.62% and female literacy was 46.85%.