Borgaon - Tasgaon, Sangli
Borgaon is a village situated in the Tasgaon tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tasgaon and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Borgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borgaon is 568677. The village covers a total geographical area of 2389.77 hectares and falls under the 416312 pincode. Tasgaon is the nearest town, located about 20 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
As per Census 2011, Borgaon village has a total population of 5,094 people, consisting of 2,552 males and 2,542 females. The village has 1,005 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 551 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,754 literate and 1,340 illiterate residents. Additionally, 529 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,094 | 2,552 | 2,542 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 551 | 265 | 286 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 529 | 257 | 272 |
| Literate Population | 3,754 | 2,006 | 1,748 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,340 | 546 | 794 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panmalewadi | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Limb | North | 3.28 km |
| Alate | North | 3.50 km |
| Sirgaon Visapur | South-East | 3.78 km |
| Nimblak | West | 3.92 km |
| Rajapur | South | 4.15 km |
| Chikhal Gothan | North-West | 4.20 km |
| Morale (rajapur) | South-West | 4.84 km |
| Mangrul | North | 5.70 km |
| Visapur | East | 5.74 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 Amnapur, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tasgaon to Borgaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Borgaon is about 28 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Borgaon
Where is Borgaon located?
Borgaon village is located in Tasgaon Tehsil, Sangli 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 416312.
What is the population of Borgaon?
Borgaon has a total population of 5,094, including 2,552 males and 2,542 females.
How many households are there in Borgaon?
There are 1,005 households in Borgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Borgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borgaon is 73.69%. Male literacy is 78.61% and female literacy is 68.76%.