Borgaon - Surgana, Nashik
Borgaon is a village situated in the Surgana tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surgana and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Borgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borgaon is 549697. The village covers a total geographical area of 1080.54 hectares and falls under the 422211 pincode. Nashik is the nearest town, located about 72 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 Kalwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borgaon
As per Census 2011, Borgaon village has a total population of 2,291 people, consisting of 1,181 males and 1,110 females. The village has 493 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 278 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,705 literate and 586 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,721 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,291 | 1,181 | 1,110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 278 | 137 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,721 | 881 | 840 |
| Literate Population | 1,705 | 934 | 771 |
| Illiterate Population | 586 | 247 | 339 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghodambe | West | 1.84 km |
| Chikhali | South | 1.97 km |
| Khirad | South-East | 2.16 km |
| Sajole | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Pohali | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Lingame | East | 3.40 km |
| Sarad | South | 3.69 km |
| Roti | West | 3.96 km |
| Devali Karhad | South-East | 4.31 km |
| Hatgad | North | 4.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Borgaon
Borgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Waghai, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.0 km.
| 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 Nashik to Borgaon is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 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 >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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Borgaon
Where is Borgaon located?
Borgaon village is located in Surgana Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borgaon?
Borgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Borgaon?
The pincode of Borgaon is 422211.
What is the population of Borgaon?
Borgaon has a total population of 2,291, including 1,181 males and 1,110 females.
How many households are there in Borgaon?
There are 493 households in Borgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Borgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borgaon is 74.42%. Male literacy is 79.09% and female literacy is 69.46%.