Boriya - Gotegaon, Narsimhapur
Boriya is a village situated in the Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gotegaon and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Katkuhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Boriya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boriya is 490649. The village covers a total geographical area of 224.91 hectares and falls under the 487001 pincode. Gotegaon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Boriya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Boriya
As per Census 2011, Boriya village has a total population of 321 people, consisting of 152 males and 169 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 1,111 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 178 literate and 143 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 61 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Boriya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 321 | 152 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 33 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 93 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 59 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Boriya
Boriya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Katkuhi | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Gubariya | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Nagwara | North-West | 2.40 km |
| Umariya | East | 3.03 km |
| Budhaina | South | 3.19 km |
| Dhourpur | East | 3.60 km |
| Ninai(b) | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Kohka | West | 4.10 km |
| Madanpur | North | 4.30 km |
| Mawai(b) | North | 4.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Boriya
Public transport in the Boriya is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shridham, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Gotegaon to Boriya is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Boriya is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Boriya
Where is Boriya located?
Boriya village is located in Gotegaon Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Boriya?
The Gram Panchayat of Boriya is Katkuhi.
What is the pincode of Boriya?
The pincode of Boriya is 487001.
What is the population of Boriya?
Boriya has a total population of 321, including 152 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Boriya?
There are 80 households in Boriya.
What is the literacy rate in Boriya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boriya is 55.45%. Male literacy is 61.18% and female literacy is 50.30%.