Borchond - Surgana, Nashik
Borchond is a village situated in the Surgana tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surgana and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Rasha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Borchond village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borchond is 549620. The village covers a total geographical area of 298.68 hectares and falls under the 422211 pincode. Bansda(gujrat) is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Borchond village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borchond
As per Census 2011, Borchond village has a total population of 738 people, consisting of 371 males and 367 females. The village has 159 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 322 literate and 416 illiterate residents. Additionally, 738 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borchond are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 738 | 371 | 367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 66 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 738 | 371 | 367 |
| Literate Population | 322 | 200 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 416 | 171 | 245 |
Nearby Villages of Borchond
Borchond is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Borchond
Borchond is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bansda(gujrat) to Borchond is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Borchond is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borchond
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borchond village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Borchond
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borchond village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Borchond
Where is Borchond located?
Borchond village is located in Surgana Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borchond?
The Gram Panchayat of Borchond is Rasha.
What is the pincode of Borchond?
The pincode of Borchond is 422211.
What is the population of Borchond?
Borchond has a total population of 738, including 371 males and 367 females.
How many households are there in Borchond?
There are 159 households in Borchond.
What is the literacy rate in Borchond?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borchond is 43.63%. Male literacy is 53.91% and female literacy is 33.24%.