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
According to the 2011 Census, Borokona village had a total population of 404 people, including 197 males and 207 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.67%, with male literacy at 67.52% and female literacy at 48.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 307.
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 | 404 | 197 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 40 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 404, including 197 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Borokona?
Borokona had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Borokona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borokona was 57.67%. Male literacy was 67.52% and female literacy was 48.52%.