Borgaon - Koregaon, Satara
Borgaon is a village situated in the Koregaon tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koregaon and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Borgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borgaon is 563728. The village covers a total geographical area of 659.43 hectares and falls under the 415519 pincode. Rahimatpur is the nearest town, located about 6 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 Karad North Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borgaon
As per Census 2011, Borgaon village has a total population of 2,439 people, consisting of 1,220 males and 1,219 females. The village has 508 households and a sex ratio of 999 females per 1,000 males. There are 255 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,806 literate and 633 illiterate residents. Additionally, 431 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,439 | 1,220 | 1,219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 132 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 431 | 227 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 1,806 | 975 | 831 |
| Illiterate Population | 633 | 245 | 388 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Takale | South | 1.29 km |
| Kameri | West | 2.49 km |
| Kiroli | South | 2.56 km |
| Surli | East | 2.74 km |
| Nigadi Vandan | West | 3.76 km |
| Wathar Kiroli | South-East | 3.85 km |
| Titavewadi | West | 4.55 km |
| Angapur Vandan | North-West | 4.60 km |
| Mohitewadi | South | 4.83 km |
| Fatyapur | West | 4.87 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 Targaon, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Rahimatpur to Borgaon is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Borgaon
Where is Borgaon located?
Borgaon village is located in Koregaon Tehsil, Satara 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 415519.
What is the population of Borgaon?
Borgaon has a total population of 2,439, including 1,220 males and 1,219 females.
How many households are there in Borgaon?
There are 508 households in Borgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Borgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borgaon is 74.05%. Male literacy is 79.92% and female literacy is 68.17%.