Borhollong Pathar - Margherita, Tinsukia
Borhollong Pathar is a village situated in the Margherita subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Margherita and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Buridihing serves as the Gram Panchayat for Borhollong Pathar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borhollong Pathar is 290775. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.96 hectares and falls under the 786160 pincode. Margherita is the nearest town, located about 96 km away.
Borhollong Pathar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Margherita Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dibrugarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borhollong Pathar
As per Census 2011, Borhollong Pathar village has a total population of 547 people, consisting of 267 males and 280 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 425 literate and 122 illiterate residents. Additionally, 533 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borhollong Pathar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 547 | 267 | 280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 43 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 533 | 267 | 266 |
| Literate Population | 425 | 214 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 53 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Borhollong Pathar
Borhollong Pathar 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 Borhollong Pathar
Borhollong Pathar 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 >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 Margherita to Borhollong Pathar is about 96 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Borhollong Pathar is about 50 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 Borhollong Pathar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borhollong Pathar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Borhollong Pathar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borhollong Pathar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Borhollong Pathar
Where is Borhollong Pathar located?
Borhollong Pathar village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borhollong Pathar?
The Gram Panchayat of Borhollong Pathar is Buridihing.
What is the pincode of Borhollong Pathar?
The pincode of Borhollong Pathar is 786160.
What is the population of Borhollong Pathar?
Borhollong Pathar has a total population of 547, including 267 males and 280 females.
How many households are there in Borhollong Pathar?
There are 102 households in Borhollong Pathar.
What is the literacy rate in Borhollong Pathar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borhollong Pathar is 77.70%. Male literacy is 80.15% and female literacy is 75.36%.