Borkuruka - Margherita, Tinsukia
Borkuruka is a village situated in the Margherita subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Margherita and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Bhitorpawoi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Borkuruka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borkuruka is 290926. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.07 hectares and falls under the 786187 pincode. Margherita is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Borkuruka 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 Borkuruka
According to the 2011 Census, Borkuruka village had a total population of 367 people, including 194 males and 173 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.72%, with male literacy at 92.86% and female literacy at 92.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 60.
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 | 367 | 194 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 293 | 156 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 38 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Borkuruka
Borkuruka 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 Borkuruka
Public transport in the Borkuruka is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Borkuruka.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Margherita to Borkuruka is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Borkuruka is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borkuruka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borkuruka 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Borkuruka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borkuruka 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Borkuruka
Where is Borkuruka located?
Borkuruka village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borkuruka?
The Gram Panchayat of Borkuruka is Bhitorpawoi.
What is the pincode of Borkuruka?
The pincode of Borkuruka is 786187.
What is the population of Borkuruka?
Borkuruka had a total population of 367, including 194 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Borkuruka?
Borkuruka had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Borkuruka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borkuruka was 92.72%. Male literacy was 92.86% and female literacy was 92.57%.