Borgaon - Lakhani, Bhandara
Borgaon is a village situated in the Lakhani tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhani and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Borgaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borgaon is 537178. The village covers a total geographical area of 205.87 hectares and falls under the 441805 pincode. Bhandara is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Borgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Borgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Borgaon village had a total population of 994 people, including 515 males and 479 females, living in 227 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.37%, with male literacy at 95.58% and female literacy at 78.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 221, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 157.
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 | 994 | 515 | 479 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 63 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 121 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 157 | 73 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 768 | 432 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 83 | 143 |
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
Borgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Bhandara to Borgaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Borgaon
Where is Borgaon located?
Borgaon village is located in Lakhani Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Borgaon?
Borgaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Borgaon?
The pincode of Borgaon is 441805.
What is the population of Borgaon?
Borgaon had a total population of 994, including 515 males and 479 females.
How many households are there in Borgaon?
Borgaon had 227 households.
What is the literacy rate in Borgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borgaon was 87.37%. Male literacy was 95.58% and female literacy was 78.69%.