Borkur Pothar Gaon - Teok, Jorhat
Borkur Pothar Gaon is a village situated in the Teok subdivision of Jorhat district, Assam. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Teok and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Jorhat. Chintamonigarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Borkur Pothar Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borkur Pothar Gaon is 293795. The village covers a total geographical area of 163.46 hectares and falls under the 785683 pincode. Teok is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Borkur Pothar Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Borkur Pothar Gaon
As per Census 2011, Borkur Pothar Gaon village has a total population of 657 people, consisting of 324 males and 333 females. The village has 140 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 491 literate and 166 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borkur Pothar Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 657 | 324 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 38 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 491 | 260 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 64 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Borkur Pothar Gaon
Borkur Pothar 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 Borkur Pothar Gaon
Public transport in the Borkur Pothar Gaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Borkur Pothar Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Teok to Borkur Pothar Gaon is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jorhat to Borkur Pothar Gaon is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borkur Pothar Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borkur Pothar Gaon 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Borkur Pothar 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 Borkur Pothar Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Borkur Pothar Gaon
Where is Borkur Pothar Gaon located?
Borkur Pothar Gaon village is located in Teok Subdivision, Jorhat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borkur Pothar Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Borkur Pothar Gaon is Chintamonigarh.
What is the pincode of Borkur Pothar Gaon?
The pincode of Borkur Pothar Gaon is 785683.
What is the population of Borkur Pothar Gaon?
Borkur Pothar Gaon has a total population of 657, including 324 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Borkur Pothar Gaon?
There are 140 households in Borkur Pothar Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Borkur Pothar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borkur Pothar Gaon is 74.73%. Male literacy is 80.25% and female literacy is 69.37%.