Borna - Budni, Sehore
Borna is a village situated in the Budni tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Budni and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Borna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borna is 483525. The village covers a total geographical area of 338.72 hectares and falls under the 466446 pincode. Budni is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Borna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Borna
According to the 2011 Census, Borna village had a total population of 470 people, including 249 males and 221 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.65%, with male literacy at 81.04% and female literacy at 59.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 111, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 29.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 470 | 249 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 38 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 59 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 11 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 284 | 171 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 78 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Borna
Borna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hingnasir | North-West | 1.38 km |
| Kheri Silgena | North-East | 2.10 km |
| Narayanpur | South-West | 2.82 km |
| Nander | South-East | 2.98 km |
| Jait | West | 3.09 km |
| Machhwai | North-West | 3.23 km |
| Amon | North | 3.50 km |
| Budhni | South-West | 3.76 km |
| Khitwai | North-East | 3.87 km |
| Gonda Kheda | North | 4.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Borna
Borna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Guramkhedi, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Budni to Borna is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Borna is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Borna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Borna
Where is Borna located?
Borna village is located in Budni Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Borna?
Borna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Borna?
The pincode of Borna is 466446.
What is the population of Borna?
Borna had a total population of 470, including 249 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Borna?
Borna had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Borna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borna was 70.65%. Male literacy was 81.04% and female literacy was 59.16%.