Borsi - Fingeshwar, Gariyaband
Borsi is a village situated in the Fingeshwar tehsil of Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from Rajim and around 57 km from Raipur. Borsi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borsi is 444837. The village covers a total geographical area of 811.41 hectares and falls under the 493992 pincode. Rajim is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Borsi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borsi
As per Census 2011, Borsi village has a total population of 3,610 people, consisting of 1,810 males and 1,800 females. The village has 739 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 528 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,252 literate and 1,358 illiterate residents. Additionally, 154 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 115 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borsi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,610 | 1,810 | 1,800 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 528 | 277 | 251 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 73 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 53 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 2,252 | 1,297 | 955 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,358 | 513 | 845 |
Nearby Villages of Borsi
Borsi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Behrapal | South | 2.08 km |
| Madwadih | East | 2.24 km |
| Dhamni | West | 3.09 km |
| Purena | North-East | 3.18 km |
| Bijli | South-East | 3.34 km |
| Basin | North | 3.59 km |
| Raweli | South-East | 3.72 km |
| Binauri | North-East | 3.74 km |
| Chaitra | East | 3.97 km |
| Kirwai | West | 4.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Borsi
Borsi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rajim, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.7 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 Rajim to Borsi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Borsi is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borsi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borsi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Borsi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borsi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Borsi
Where is Borsi located?
Borsi village is located in Fingeshwar Tehsil, Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borsi?
Borsi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Borsi?
The pincode of Borsi is 493992.
What is the population of Borsi?
Borsi has a total population of 3,610, including 1,810 males and 1,800 females.
How many households are there in Borsi?
There are 739 households in Borsi.
What is the literacy rate in Borsi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borsi is 62.38%. Male literacy is 71.66% and female literacy is 53.06%.