Borgaon - Kavathemahankal, Sangli
Borgaon is a village situated in the Kavathemahankal tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kavathemahankal and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Borgaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borgaon is 568805. The village covers a total geographical area of 1768.52 hectares and falls under the 416419 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 30 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 Khanapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Borgaon village had a total population of 3,458 people, including 1,760 males and 1,698 females, living in 750 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.41%, with male literacy at 90.83% and female literacy at 75.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 363, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 3,458 | 1,760 | 1,698 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 359 | 200 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 363 | 174 | 189 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,585 | 1,417 | 1,168 |
| Illiterate Population | 873 | 343 | 530 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malangaon | North-East | 3.91 km |
| Shirdhon | East | 4.17 km |
| Gavhan | North | 4.40 km |
| Yogewadi | West | 4.48 km |
| Haroli | South | 5.00 km |
| Morgaon | South-East | 6.10 km |
| Vajrachaunde | North | 6.23 km |
| Karoli (m) | South-West | 6.47 km |
| Landagewadi | East | 6.61 km |
| Jayagavhan | North-East | 6.62 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 Agran Dhulgaon, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.2 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 Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Borgaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Borgaon is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 1-2 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Borgaon
Where is Borgaon located?
Borgaon village is located in Kavathemahankal Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Borgaon?
Borgaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Borgaon?
The pincode of Borgaon is 416419.
What is the population of Borgaon?
Borgaon had a total population of 3,458, including 1,760 males and 1,698 females.
How many households are there in Borgaon?
Borgaon had 750 households.
What is the literacy rate in Borgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borgaon was 83.41%. Male literacy was 90.83% and female literacy was 75.89%.