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.
Bortola 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Bortola 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bortola village:
- The total population of Bortola village is around 1,084, including approximately 550 males and 534 females, with a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 114 children aged 0–6 years in Bortola village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bortola village has 201 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 291 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Bortola village is about 78.04%, with male literacy at 86.91% and female literacy at 68.91%.
- There are around 234 households in Bortola village.
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%.