Borgaon - Pauni, Bhandara
Borgaon is a village situated in the Pauni tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pauni and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Borgaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borgaon is 537352. The village covers a total geographical area of 448.33 hectares and falls under the 441903 pincode. Pauni is the nearest town, located about 14 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 1,273 people, including 637 males and 636 females, living in 291 households. The sex ratio was 998 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.98%, with male literacy at 92.13% and female literacy at 74.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 330, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 1,273 | 637 | 636 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 78 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 330 | 158 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 941 | 515 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 122 | 210 |
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 Pauni to Borgaon is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhandara to Borgaon is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 5-10 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Borgaon
Where is Borgaon located?
Borgaon village is located in Pauni 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 441903.
What is the population of Borgaon?
Borgaon had a total population of 1,273, including 637 males and 636 females.
How many households are there in Borgaon?
Borgaon had 291 households.
What is the literacy rate in Borgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borgaon was 82.98%. Male literacy was 92.13% and female literacy was 74.09%.