Borikheda Mal. - Katangi, Balaghat
Borikheda Mal. is a village situated in the Katangi tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katangi and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Kalimati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Borikheda Mal. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borikheda Mal. is 497244. The village covers a total geographical area of 207.8 hectares and falls under the 481449 pincode. Katangi is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Borikheda Mal. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borikheda Mal.
As per Census 2011, Borikheda Mal. village has a total population of 1,008 people, consisting of 471 males and 537 females. The village has 245 households and a sex ratio of 1,140 females per 1,000 males. There are 160 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 572 literate and 436 illiterate residents. Additionally, 253 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 633 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borikheda Mal. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,008 | 471 | 537 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 73 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 253 | 126 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 633 | 292 | 341 |
| Literate Population | 572 | 310 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 436 | 161 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Borikheda Mal.
Borikheda Mal. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bichhwa Ryt. | South-East | 2.43 km |
| Kalimati | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Chichaldoh Ryt. | North | 2.62 km |
| Kudwa | North-West | 3.00 km |
| Dhobi Tola Ryt. | South | 3.07 km |
| Chandadoh | South | 3.31 km |
| Takadi | East | 4.04 km |
| Chichaldohmal | North | 4.09 km |
| Dhobi Tola Mal | South-West | 4.44 km |
| Nandora | North-East | 5.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Borikheda Mal.
Borikheda Mal. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sukli, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.1 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 Katangi to Borikheda Mal. is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Borikheda Mal. is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borikheda Mal.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borikheda Mal. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Borikheda Mal.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borikheda Mal. 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 Borikheda Mal.
Where is Borikheda Mal. located?
Borikheda Mal. village is located in Katangi Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borikheda Mal.?
The Gram Panchayat of Borikheda Mal. is Kalimati.
What is the pincode of Borikheda Mal.?
The pincode of Borikheda Mal. is 481449.
What is the population of Borikheda Mal.?
Borikheda Mal. has a total population of 1,008, including 471 males and 537 females.
How many households are there in Borikheda Mal.?
There are 245 households in Borikheda Mal..
What is the literacy rate in Borikheda Mal.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borikheda Mal. is 56.75%. Male literacy is 65.82% and female literacy is 48.79%.