Borikhurd - Lanji, Balaghat
Borikhurd is a village situated in the Lanji tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanji and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Fofsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Borikhurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borikhurd is 498539. The village covers a total geographical area of 331 hectares and falls under the 481224 pincode. Lanji is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Borikhurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borikhurd
As per Census 2011, Borikhurd village has a total population of 941 people, consisting of 474 males and 467 females. The village has 220 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 657 literate and 284 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borikhurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 941 | 474 | 467 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 57 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 657 | 378 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 96 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Borikhurd
Borikhurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fofsa | South-West | 1.18 km |
| Saheki | East | 1.63 km |
| Paldongri | North | 1.66 km |
| Sadra | West | 2.23 km |
| Maneri | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Kareja | South-West | 2.73 km |
| Jiwnara | North-West | 3.06 km |
| Bothali | South | 3.56 km |
| Bisoni | North-East | 3.67 km |
| Bhursadongari | East | 3.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Borikhurd
Borikhurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Amgaon, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lanji to Borikhurd is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Borikhurd is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borikhurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borikhurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Borikhurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borikhurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Borikhurd
Where is Borikhurd located?
Borikhurd village is located in Lanji Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borikhurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Borikhurd is Fofsa.
What is the pincode of Borikhurd?
The pincode of Borikhurd is 481224.
What is the population of Borikhurd?
Borikhurd has a total population of 941, including 474 males and 467 females.
How many households are there in Borikhurd?
There are 220 households in Borikhurd.
What is the literacy rate in Borikhurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borikhurd is 69.82%. Male literacy is 79.75% and female literacy is 59.74%.