Boriya - Bhamragad, Gadchiroli
Boriya is a village situated in the Bhamragad tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhamragad and around 235 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Palli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Boriya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boriya is 539783. The village covers a total geographical area of 863.07 hectares and falls under the 442710 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 235 km away.
Boriya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Boriya
According to the 2011 Census, Boriya village had a total population of 228 people, including 94 males and 134 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,426 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.86%, with male literacy at 51.95% and female literacy at 36.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 228.
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 | 228 | 94 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 17 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 228 | 94 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 40 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 54 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Boriya
Boriya 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 Boriya
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Boriya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Gadchiroli to Boriya is about 235 km, with a usual travel time of around ~6.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Boriya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boriya 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 Boriya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Boriya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Boriya
Where is Boriya located?
Boriya village is located in Bhamragad Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Boriya?
The Gram Panchayat of Boriya is Palli.
What is the pincode of Boriya?
The pincode of Boriya is 442710.
What is the population of Boriya?
Boriya had a total population of 228, including 94 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Boriya?
Boriya had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Boriya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boriya was 42.86%. Male literacy was 51.95% and female literacy was 36.61%.