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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Borgaon village has a total population of 994 people, consisting of 515 males and 479 females. The village has 227 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 768 literate and 226 illiterate residents. Additionally, 221 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 157 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borgaon are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Borgaon?
Borgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Borgaon?
The pincode of Borgaon is 441805.
What is the population of Borgaon?
Borgaon has a total population of 994, including 515 males and 479 females.
How many households are there in Borgaon?
There are 227 households in Borgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Borgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borgaon is 77.26%. Male literacy is 83.88% and female literacy is 70.15%.