Purbi Borgaon Village - Pharasgaon, Kondagaon
Purbi Borgaon is a village situated in the Pharasgaon tehsil of Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from Farasgaon and around 96 km from Jagdalpur. Borgaon East serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbi Borgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbi Borgaon is 449032. The village covers a total geographical area of 253.86 hectares and falls under the 494226 pincode. Farasgaon is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Purbi Borgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purbi Borgaon
As per Census 2011, Purbi Borgaon village has a total population of 1,297 people, consisting of 614 males and 683 females. The village has 287 households and a sex ratio of 1,112 females per 1,000 males. There are 175 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 950 literate and 347 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 312 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purbi Borgaon are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,297 | 614 | 683 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 94 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 312 | 133 | 179 |
| Literate Population | 950 | 473 | 477 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 141 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Purbi Borgaon
Purbi Borgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Singarpuri | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Paschim Borgaon | West | 2.80 km |
| Gattipalna | North | 3.81 km |
| Shankarpur | North-West | 3.95 km |
| Kulhadgaon | South-East | 4.12 km |
| Chandabelgaon | South-East | 4.13 km |
| Hirri | South-West | 4.62 km |
| Jungdai | North-East | 4.64 km |
| Chandagaon | East | 5.27 km |
| Nalajhar | East | 5.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purbi Borgaon
Purbi Borgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Bade Arapur, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.4 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 Farasgaon to Purbi Borgaon is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Purbi Borgaon is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purbi Borgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purbi Borgaon 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 Purbi Borgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purbi Borgaon 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 Purbi Borgaon
Where is Purbi Borgaon located?
Purbi Borgaon village is located in Pharasgaon Tehsil, Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purbi Borgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbi Borgaon is Borgaon East.
What is the pincode of Purbi Borgaon?
The pincode of Purbi Borgaon is 494226.
What is the population of Purbi Borgaon?
Purbi Borgaon has a total population of 1,297, including 614 males and 683 females.
How many households are there in Purbi Borgaon?
There are 287 households in Purbi Borgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Purbi Borgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbi Borgaon is 73.25%. Male literacy is 77.04% and female literacy is 69.84%.