Borkundiya - Chandra Shekhar Azad Nagar, Alirajpur
Borkundiya is a village situated in the Chandra Shekhar Azad Nagar tehsil of Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from Bhavra and around 46 km from Alirajpur. Borkundiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borkundiya is 504912. The village covers a total geographical area of 499.77 hectares and falls under the 457882 pincode. Bhavra is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Borkundiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jobat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratlam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borkundiya
As per Census 2011, Borkundiya village has a total population of 2,040 people, consisting of 1,025 males and 1,015 females. The village has 396 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 346 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 915 literate and 1,125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,031 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borkundiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,040 | 1,025 | 1,015 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 346 | 170 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,031 | 1,022 | 1,009 |
| Literate Population | 915 | 583 | 332 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,125 | 442 | 683 |
Nearby Villages of Borkundiya
Borkundiya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badgaon | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Khutaja Bada | East | 2.26 km |
| Borka Aara | South | 2.53 km |
| Koriya Pan | South-East | 2.93 km |
| Mahendra | West | 3.02 km |
| Barjhar | North-West | 3.36 km |
| Khutaja Chhota | East | 3.88 km |
| Deetya Ka Falya | East | 4.09 km |
| Polchhoti | South | 4.45 km |
| Ringol | North | 4.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Borkundiya
Borkundiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dahod, while the nearest airport is Vadodara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhavra to Borkundiya is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alirajpur to Borkundiya is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borkundiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borkundiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Borkundiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borkundiya 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 Borkundiya
Where is Borkundiya located?
Borkundiya village is located in Chandra Shekhar Azad Nagar Tehsil, Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borkundiya?
Borkundiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Borkundiya?
The pincode of Borkundiya is 457882.
What is the population of Borkundiya?
Borkundiya has a total population of 2,040, including 1,025 males and 1,015 females.
How many households are there in Borkundiya?
There are 396 households in Borkundiya.
What is the literacy rate in Borkundiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borkundiya is 44.85%. Male literacy is 56.88% and female literacy is 32.71%.