Borokona - Manora, Jashpur
Borokona is a village situated in the Manora tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manora and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Patya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Borokona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borokona is 433956. The village covers a total geographical area of 374.47 hectares and falls under the 496331 pincode. Jashpur Nagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Borokona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borokona
As per Census 2011, Borokona village has a total population of 404 people, consisting of 197 males and 207 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 188 literate and 216 illiterate residents. Additionally, 307 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borokona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 404 | 197 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 40 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 307 | 146 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 106 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 91 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Borokona
Borokona 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 Borokona
Public transport in the Borokona is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Jashpur Nagar to Borokona is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borokona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borokona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Borokona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borokona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Borokona
Where is Borokona located?
Borokona village is located in Manora Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borokona?
The Gram Panchayat of Borokona is Patya.
What is the pincode of Borokona?
The pincode of Borokona is 496331.
What is the population of Borokona?
Borokona has a total population of 404, including 197 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Borokona?
There are 83 households in Borokona.
What is the literacy rate in Borokona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borokona is 46.53%. Male literacy is 53.81% and female literacy is 39.61%.