Borjan Forest Village - Margherita, Tinsukia
Borjan Forest Village is a village situated in the Margherita subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. Borbil serves as the Gram Panchayat for Borjan Forest Village village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borjan Forest Village is 291053. The village covers a total geographical area of 400 hectares and falls under the 786171 pincode. Digboi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Borjan Forest Village village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digboi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dibrugarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borjan Forest Village
As per Census 2011, Borjan Forest Village has a total population of 2,250 people, consisting of 1,140 males and 1,110 females. The village has 432 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 297 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,611 literate and 639 illiterate residents. Additionally, 332 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 287 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borjan Forest Village are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,250 | 1,140 | 1,110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 148 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 332 | 178 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 287 | 138 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 1,611 | 893 | 718 |
| Illiterate Population | 639 | 247 | 392 |
Nearby Villages of Borjan Forest Village
Borjan Forest Village 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 Forest Village
Public transport in the Borjan Forest Village is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Borjan Forest Village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digboi to Borjan Forest Village is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Borjan Forest Village is about 36 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 Forest Village
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borjan Forest Village village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Borjan Forest Village
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 Forest Village village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Borjan Forest Village
Where is Borjan Forest Village located?
Borjan Forest Village village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borjan Forest Village?
The Gram Panchayat of Borjan Forest Village is Borbil.
What is the pincode of Borjan Forest Village?
The pincode of Borjan Forest Village is 786171.
What is the population of Borjan Forest Village?
Borjan Forest Village has a total population of 2,250, including 1,140 males and 1,110 females.
How many households are there in Borjan Forest Village?
There are 432 households in Borjan Forest Village.
What is the literacy rate in Borjan Forest Village?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borjan Forest Village is 71.60%. Male literacy is 78.33% and female literacy is 64.68%.