Boriya - Harrai, Chhindwara
Boriya is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Mehanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Boriya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boriya is 494163. The village covers a total geographical area of 523.42 hectares and falls under the 480224 pincode. Harrai is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Boriya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Boriya
As per Census 2011, Boriya village has a total population of 220 people, consisting of 113 males and 107 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 91 literate and 129 illiterate residents. Additionally, 220 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Boriya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 220 | 113 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 220 | 113 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 54 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 59 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Boriya
Boriya 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 Boriya
Boriya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Harrai to Boriya is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Boriya is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Boriya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boriya 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 Boriya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Boriya 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Boriya
Where is Boriya located?
Boriya village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Boriya?
The Gram Panchayat of Boriya is Mehanda.
What is the pincode of Boriya?
The pincode of Boriya is 480224.
What is the population of Boriya?
Boriya has a total population of 220, including 113 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Boriya?
There are 52 households in Boriya.
What is the literacy rate in Boriya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boriya is 41.36%. Male literacy is 47.79% and female literacy is 34.58%.