Borkanhar
Borkanhar is a village located in Amgaon tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Amgaon (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Borkanhar village is also a gram panchayat.
Borkanhar has its own place in the vibrant Gondiya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Borkanhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Borkanhar is 537959. The village spans a total geographical area of 632 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 441902. Gondiya is nearest town to Borkanhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
When it comes to local governance, Borkanhar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Amgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Borkanhar
Population of Borkanhar
Below is a concise population overview of Borkanhar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,296 | 1,159 | 1,137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 92 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 340 | 151 | 189 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 243 | 125 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 1,724 | 953 | 771 |
| Illiterate Population | 572 | 206 | 366 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Borkanhar village:
- The total population of Borkanhar village is around 2,296, including approximately 1,159 males and 1,137 females, with a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 180 children aged 0–6 years in Borkanhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Borkanhar village has 340 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 243 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Borkanhar village is about 75.09%, with male literacy at 82.23% and female literacy at 67.81%.
- There are around 505 households in Borkanhar village.
Connectivity of Borkanhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Borkanhar. As per the 2011 stats, Borkanhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Borkanhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Borkanhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Borkanhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Borkanhar
- Where is Borkanhar located?
- Borkanhar village is situated in Amgaon Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Borkanhar?
- Borkanhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Borkanhar?
- The pincode of Borkanhar is 441902, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Borkanhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Borkanhar is 2,296, with 1,159 males and 1,137 females.
- How many households are there in Borkanhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Borkanhar village has a total of 505 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Borkanhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Borkanhar is 75.09%. The male literacy rate is 82.23%, while the female literacy rate is 67.81%.