Borjan - Doom Dooma, Tinsukia
Borjan is a village situated in the Doom Dooma subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Doom Dooma and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Gabharubheti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Borjan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borjan is 290438. The village covers a total geographical area of 277.91 hectares and falls under the 786153 pincode. Doomdoma is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Borjan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doomdooma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lakhimpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borjan
According to the 2011 Census, Borjan village had a total population of 1,345 people, including 699 males and 646 females, living in 272 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.06%, with male literacy at 87.18% and female literacy at 74.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 1,345 | 699 | 646 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 75 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 980 | 544 | 436 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 155 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Borjan
Borjan 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 Borjan
Borjan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Doomdoma to Borjan is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Borjan is about 34 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 Borjan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borjan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Borjan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borjan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Borjan
Where is Borjan located?
Borjan village is located in Doom Dooma Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borjan?
The Gram Panchayat of Borjan is Gabharubheti.
What is the pincode of Borjan?
The pincode of Borjan is 786153.
What is the population of Borjan?
Borjan had a total population of 1,345, including 699 males and 646 females.
How many households are there in Borjan?
Borjan had 272 households.
What is the literacy rate in Borjan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borjan was 81.06%. Male literacy was 87.18% and female literacy was 74.53%.