Borisawant - Vasmath, Hingoli
Borisawant is a village situated in the Vasmath tehsil of Hingoli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from Basmath and around 84 km from Hingoli. Borisawant village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borisawant is 546272. The village covers a total geographical area of 1001 hectares and falls under the 431705 pincode. Basmath is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Borisawant village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basmath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borisawant
According to the 2011 Census, Borisawant village had a total population of 2,758 people, including 1,417 males and 1,341 females, living in 500 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.08%, with male literacy at 86.42% and female literacy at 65.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 409, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 2,758 | 1,417 | 1,341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 404 | 231 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 409 | 193 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,791 | 1,025 | 766 |
| Illiterate Population | 967 | 392 | 575 |
Nearby Villages of Borisawant
Borisawant is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Adgaon | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Karanjala | North | 3.04 km |
| Parli | North-West | 3.41 km |
| Mategaon | West | 3.54 km |
| Kalamba | East | 3.83 km |
| Dhaulgaon | West | 4.21 km |
| Gunda | North-East | 4.42 km |
| Sawangi Bk. | West | 5.18 km |
| Wadi Tuljapur | South-East | 5.81 km |
| Hatta | South | 5.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Borisawant
Borisawant is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chondi, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basmath to Borisawant is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hingoli to Borisawant is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borisawant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borisawant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Borisawant
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borisawant village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Borisawant
Where is Borisawant located?
Borisawant village is located in Vasmath Tehsil, Hingoli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Borisawant?
Borisawant is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Borisawant?
The pincode of Borisawant is 431705.
What is the population of Borisawant?
Borisawant had a total population of 2,758, including 1,417 males and 1,341 females.
How many households are there in Borisawant?
Borisawant had 500 households.
What is the literacy rate in Borisawant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borisawant was 76.08%. Male literacy was 86.42% and female literacy was 65.58%.