Borway - Patan, Durg
Borway is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Durg district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Durg. Borway village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borway is 442743. The village covers a total geographical area of 487.06 hectares and falls under the 491223 pincode. Patan is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Borway village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Durg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borway
As per Census 2011, Borway village has a total population of 1,249 people, consisting of 643 males and 606 females. The village has 257 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 943 literate and 306 illiterate residents. Additionally, 390 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borway are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,249 | 643 | 606 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 71 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 390 | 201 | 189 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 943 | 522 | 421 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 121 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Borway
Borway is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Khola | South | 1.86 km |
| Auri | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Ranchirai | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Jarwai | South-West | 2.81 km |
| Bhansuli (kesra) | East | 3.21 km |
| Dhamna | South | 3.49 km |
| Basin (kutri) | South | 3.67 km |
| Masul | South-West | 4.15 km |
| Kumhli | North | 4.26 km |
| Bhainsbod | North | 4.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Borway
Borway is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gundardehi, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patan to Borway is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Durg to Borway is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borway
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borway village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Borway
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borway village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Borway
Where is Borway located?
Borway village is located in Patan Tehsil, Durg district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borway?
Borway is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Borway?
The pincode of Borway is 491223.
What is the population of Borway?
Borway has a total population of 1,249, including 643 males and 606 females.
How many households are there in Borway?
There are 257 households in Borway.
What is the literacy rate in Borway?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borway is 75.50%. Male literacy is 81.18% and female literacy is 69.47%.