Bortola
Bortola is a village located in Arjuni Morgaon tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Arjuni Morgaon (tehsildar office) and 82km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Bortola village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bortola unique in its vibrant Arjuni Morgaon-Gondiya region. You’ll see Bortola’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bortola
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bortola is 538191. The village spans a total geographical area of 250.39 hectares. Desaiganj is nearest town to Bortola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bortola 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 Arjuni-morgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhandara - Gondiya Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bortola
Population of Bortola
According to the 2011 Census, Bortola has a total population of about 1,084, with approximately 550 males and 534 females. The sex ratio is around 970 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 114 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 201 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 291. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.04%, with male literacy at about 86.91% and female literacy near 68.91%. There are around 234 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bortola's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,084 | 550 | 534 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 59 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 110 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 291 | 141 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 846 | 478 | 368 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 72 | 166 |
Connectivity of Bortola
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bortola. As per the 2011 stats, Bortola 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bortola
Knowing the nearby villages of Bortola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bortola.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bortola
- Where is Bortola located?
- Bortola village is situated in Arjuni Morgaon Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bortola?
- Bortola serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Bortola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bortola is 1,084, with 550 males and 534 females.
- How many households are there in Bortola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bortola village has a total of 234 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bortola as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bortola is 78.04%. The male literacy rate is 86.91%, while the female literacy rate is 68.91%.