Borgaon - Amalner, Jalgaon
Borgaon is a village situated in the Amalner tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amalner and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Govardhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Borgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borgaon is 527417. The village covers a total geographical area of 295.11 hectares and falls under the 425402 pincode. Amalner is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Borgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amalner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borgaon
As per Census 2011, Borgaon village has a total population of 820 people, consisting of 415 males and 405 females. The village has 163 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 550 literate and 270 illiterate residents. Additionally, 70 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 377 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 820 | 415 | 405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 54 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 35 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 377 | 187 | 190 |
| Literate Population | 550 | 312 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 270 | 103 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Borgaon
Borgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhortek | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Govardhan | North | 1.87 km |
| Khedi Bk. Pr. Dangri | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Marwad | East | 2.37 km |
| Dhanore | South-East | 2.84 km |
| Jaitpir | South | 3.19 km |
| Chaubari | South-West | 3.86 km |
| Kalamsare | North-West | 4.04 km |
| Sabgavhan | South-West | 4.15 km |
| Vasare | North-West | 4.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Borgaon
Public transport in the Borgaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhortex, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.3 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 Amalner to Borgaon is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Borgaon is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Borgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Borgaon
Where is Borgaon located?
Borgaon village is located in Amalner Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Borgaon is Govardhan.
What is the pincode of Borgaon?
The pincode of Borgaon is 425402.
What is the population of Borgaon?
Borgaon has a total population of 820, including 415 males and 405 females.
How many households are there in Borgaon?
There are 163 households in Borgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Borgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borgaon is 67.07%. Male literacy is 75.18% and female literacy is 58.77%.