Borsila Grant - Amguri, Sivasagar
Borsila Grant is a village situated in the Amguri subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. It is located approximately 49 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amguri and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Sivasagar. Borchalla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Borsila Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borsila Grant is 292820. The village covers a total geographical area of 213.93 hectares and falls under the 785684 pincode. Amguri is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Borsila Grant village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nazira Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borsila Grant
According to the 2011 Census, Borsila Grant village had a total population of 608 people, including 299 males and 309 females, living in 137 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.62%, with male literacy at 51.19% and female literacy at 42.26%.
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 | 608 | 299 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 47 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 129 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 367 | 170 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Borsila Grant
Borsila Grant 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 Borsila Grant
Borsila Grant is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Amguri to Borsila Grant is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Borsila Grant is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borsila Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borsila Grant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Borsila Grant
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borsila Grant village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Borsila Grant
Where is Borsila Grant located?
Borsila Grant village is located in Amguri Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borsila Grant?
The Gram Panchayat of Borsila Grant is Borchalla.
What is the pincode of Borsila Grant?
The pincode of Borsila Grant is 785684.
What is the population of Borsila Grant?
Borsila Grant had a total population of 608, including 299 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Borsila Grant?
Borsila Grant had 137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Borsila Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borsila Grant was 46.62%. Male literacy was 51.19% and female literacy was 42.26%.