Borguri Block - Dimow, Sivasagar
Borguri Block is a village situated in the Dimow subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dimow and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Sivasagar. Maharani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Borguri Block village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borguri Block is 292454. The village covers a total geographical area of 237.27 hectares and falls under the 785662 pincode. Sibsagar is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Borguri Block village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Demow Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borguri Block
As per Census 2011, Borguri Block village has a total population of 1,579 people, consisting of 839 males and 740 females. The village has 270 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 295 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,011 literate and 568 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,552 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borguri Block are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,579 | 839 | 740 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 160 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,552 | 823 | 729 |
| Literate Population | 1,011 | 611 | 400 |
| Illiterate Population | 568 | 228 | 340 |
Nearby Villages of Borguri Block
Borguri Block 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 Borguri Block
Borguri Block is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sibsagar to Borguri Block is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Borguri Block is about 27 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 Borguri Block
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borguri Block 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Borguri Block
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borguri Block village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Borguri Block
Where is Borguri Block located?
Borguri Block village is located in Dimow Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borguri Block?
The Gram Panchayat of Borguri Block is Maharani.
What is the pincode of Borguri Block?
The pincode of Borguri Block is 785662.
What is the population of Borguri Block?
Borguri Block has a total population of 1,579, including 839 males and 740 females.
How many households are there in Borguri Block?
There are 270 households in Borguri Block.
What is the literacy rate in Borguri Block?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borguri Block is 64.03%. Male literacy is 72.82% and female literacy is 54.05%.