Borgaon - Walwa, Sangli
Borgaon is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Borgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borgaon is 568343. The village covers a total geographical area of 2073.57 hectares and falls under the 415413 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Islampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borgaon
As per Census 2011, Borgaon village has a total population of 11,229 people, consisting of 5,746 males and 5,483 females. The village has 2,208 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,062 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,586 literate and 2,643 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,234 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 64 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,229 | 5,746 | 5,483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,062 | 595 | 467 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,234 | 624 | 610 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 32 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 8,586 | 4,655 | 3,931 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,643 | 1,091 | 1,552 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Farnewadi(borgaon) | West | 1.81 km |
| Nave Khed | South-East | 3.11 km |
| Masuchiwadi | North-East | 3.43 km |
| Banewadi | North | 3.45 km |
| Satapewadi | North-East | 3.70 km |
| June Khed | South-East | 3.82 km |
| Bahe | North-West | 4.07 km |
| Gaundwadi | North-East | 4.49 km |
| Rethare Harnaksha | North | 4.76 km |
| Kharatwadi | North-West | 4.86 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 Takari, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Uran Islampur to Borgaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Borgaon is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Borgaon
Where is Borgaon located?
Borgaon village is located in Walwa 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 415413.
What is the population of Borgaon?
Borgaon has a total population of 11,229, including 5,746 males and 5,483 females.
How many households are there in Borgaon?
There are 2,208 households in Borgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Borgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borgaon is 76.46%. Male literacy is 81.01% and female literacy is 71.69%.