Bori - Aheri, Gadchiroli
Bori is a village situated in the Aheri tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aheri and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Bori village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bori is 539828. The village covers a total geographical area of 221.37 hectares and falls under the 442507 pincode. Ballarpur is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Bori village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bori
According to the 2011 Census, Bori village had a total population of 1,400 people, including 703 males and 697 females, living in 361 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.27%, with male literacy at 79.43% and female literacy at 63.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 163, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 305.
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 | 1,400 | 703 | 697 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 66 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 85 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 305 | 159 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 903 | 506 | 397 |
| Illiterate Population | 497 | 197 | 300 |
Nearby Villages of Bori
Bori 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 Bori
Bori is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Ballarpur to Bori is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Bori is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bori village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bori village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bori
Where is Bori located?
Bori village is located in Aheri Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Bori?
Bori is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bori?
The pincode of Bori is 442507.
What is the population of Bori?
Bori had a total population of 1,400, including 703 males and 697 females.
How many households are there in Bori?
Bori had 361 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bori was 71.27%. Male literacy was 79.43% and female literacy was 63.02%.