Borkhed - Buldana, Buldhana
Borkhed is a village situated in the Buldana tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 42 km from Buldana and around 42 km from Buldana. Borkhed village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borkhed is 529261. The village covers a total geographical area of 2444 hectares and falls under the 443103 pincode. Buldana is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Borkhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Buldhana Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Borkhed
According to the 2011 Census, Borkhed village had a total population of 981 people, including 492 males and 489 females, living in 221 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.04%, with male literacy at 83.37% and female literacy at 68.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 99, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 723.
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 | 981 | 492 | 489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 71 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 49 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 723 | 365 | 358 |
| Literate Population | 638 | 351 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 343 | 141 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Borkhed
Borkhed 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 Borkhed
Public transport in the Borkhed is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buldana to Borkhed is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borkhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borkhed 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 Borkhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borkhed 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Borkhed
Where is Borkhed located?
Borkhed village is located in Buldana Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Borkhed?
Borkhed is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Borkhed?
The pincode of Borkhed is 443103.
What is the population of Borkhed?
Borkhed had a total population of 981, including 492 males and 489 females.
How many households are there in Borkhed?
Borkhed had 221 households.
What is the literacy rate in Borkhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borkhed was 76.04%. Male literacy was 83.37% and female literacy was 68.66%.