Borgaon - Murtijapur, Akola
Borgaon is a village situated in the Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murtijapur and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Borgaon Nighot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Borgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borgaon is 530296. The village covers a total geographical area of 656.9 hectares and falls under the 444110 pincode. Murtijapur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Borgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Borgaon village had a total population of 1,149 people, including 584 males and 565 females, living in 250 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.44%, with male literacy at 91.92% and female literacy at 84.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 112, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
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 | 1,149 | 584 | 565 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 64 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 55 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 910 | 478 | 432 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 106 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Borgaon
Borgaon 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 Borgaon
Public transport in the Borgaon is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murtijapur to Borgaon is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Borgaon is about 71 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 Borgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borgaon 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 Borgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borgaon 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Borgaon
Where is Borgaon located?
Borgaon village is located in Murtijapur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Borgaon is Borgaon Nighot.
What is the pincode of Borgaon?
The pincode of Borgaon is 444110.
What is the population of Borgaon?
Borgaon had a total population of 1,149, including 584 males and 565 females.
How many households are there in Borgaon?
Borgaon had 250 households.
What is the literacy rate in Borgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borgaon was 88.44%. Male literacy was 91.92% and female literacy was 84.87%.