Bori - Akot, Akola
Bori is a village situated in the Akot tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akot and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Koha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bori village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bori is 529875. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 444101 pincode. Akot is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Bori village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bori
According to the 2011 Census, Bori village had a total population of 233 people, including 127 males and 106 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 835 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.80%, with male literacy at 89.19% and female literacy at 68.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 233 | 127 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 99 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 28 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Bori
Bori 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 Bori
Public transport in the Bori is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bori.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Akot to Bori is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Bori is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bori 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 Bori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bori 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 Bori
Where is Bori located?
Bori village is located in Akot Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bori?
The Gram Panchayat of Bori is Koha.
What is the pincode of Bori?
The pincode of Bori is 444101.
What is the population of Bori?
Bori had a total population of 233, including 127 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Bori?
Bori had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bori was 79.80%. Male literacy was 89.19% and female literacy was 68.48%.