Boria Gaon - Teok, Jorhat
Boria Gaon is a village situated in the Teok subdivision of Jorhat district, Assam. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Teok and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Jorhat. Pub Teok serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Boria Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boria Gaon is 293772. The village covers a total geographical area of 537.78 hectares and falls under the 785112 pincode. Teok is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Boria Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mariani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Boria Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Boria Gaon village had a total population of 1,512 people, including 774 males and 738 females, living in 335 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.91%, with male literacy at 98.45% and female literacy at 91.24%.
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 | 1,512 | 774 | 738 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 63 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,325 | 700 | 625 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 74 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Boria Gaon
Boria Gaon 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 Boria Gaon
Boria Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Teok to Boria Gaon is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jorhat to Boria Gaon is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Boria Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boria Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Boria Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Boria Gaon 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Boria Gaon
Where is Boria Gaon located?
Boria Gaon village is located in Teok Subdivision, Jorhat district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Boria Gaon?
The Gaon Panchayat of Boria Gaon is Pub Teok.
What is the pincode of Boria Gaon?
The pincode of Boria Gaon is 785112.
What is the population of Boria Gaon?
Boria Gaon had a total population of 1,512, including 774 males and 738 females.
How many households are there in Boria Gaon?
Boria Gaon had 335 households.
What is the literacy rate in Boria Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boria Gaon was 94.91%. Male literacy was 98.45% and female literacy was 91.24%.