Borkanhar - Manpur, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Borkanhar is a village situated in the Manpur tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from Manpur and around 120 km from Rajnandgaon. Madanvada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Borkanhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borkanhar is 441489. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.54 hectares and falls under the 491229 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Borkanhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohala-manpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borkanhar
As per Census 2011, Borkanhar village has a total population of 174 people, consisting of 91 males and 83 females. The village has 37 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 79 literate and 95 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 135 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borkanhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 174 | 91 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 135 | 70 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 49 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 42 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Borkanhar
Borkanhar 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 Borkanhar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Borkanhar.
| 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 Ambagarh Chowki to Borkanhar is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Borkanhar is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borkanhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borkanhar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Borkanhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borkanhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Borkanhar
Where is Borkanhar located?
Borkanhar village is located in Manpur Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borkanhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Borkanhar is Madanvada.
What is the pincode of Borkanhar?
The pincode of Borkanhar is 491229.
What is the population of Borkanhar?
Borkanhar has a total population of 174, including 91 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Borkanhar?
There are 37 households in Borkanhar.
What is the literacy rate in Borkanhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borkanhar is 45.40%. Male literacy is 53.85% and female literacy is 36.14%.