Borigaon - Talasari, Palghar
Borigaon is a village situated in the Talasari tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from Talasari and around 140 km from Thane. Zai Borigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Borigaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borigaon is 551557. The village covers a total geographical area of 247 hectares and falls under the 401701 pincode. Dahanu is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Borigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dahanu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borigaon
According to the 2011 Census, Borigaon village had a total population of 940 people, including 423 males and 517 females, living in 213 households. The sex ratio was 1,222 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.16%, with male literacy at 73.59% and female literacy at 44.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 905.
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 | 940 | 423 | 517 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 86 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 905 | 403 | 502 |
| Literate Population | 447 | 248 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 493 | 175 | 318 |
Nearby Villages of Borigaon
Borigaon 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 Borigaon
Borigaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Borigaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dahanu to Borigaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Borigaon is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borigaon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Borigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borigaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Borigaon
Where is Borigaon located?
Borigaon village is located in Talasari Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borigaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Borigaon is Zai Borigaon.
What is the pincode of Borigaon?
The pincode of Borigaon is 401701.
What is the population of Borigaon?
Borigaon had a total population of 940, including 423 males and 517 females.
How many households are there in Borigaon?
Borigaon had 213 households.
What is the literacy rate in Borigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borigaon was 57.16%. Male literacy was 73.59% and female literacy was 44.72%.