Borgaon - Akkalkot, Solapur
Borgaon is a village situated in the Akkalkot tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkot and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Borgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borgaon is 562875. The village covers a total geographical area of 2042 hectares and falls under the 413226 pincode. Akkalkot 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 Akkalkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borgaon
As per Census 2011, Borgaon village has a total population of 3,395 people, consisting of 1,709 males and 1,686 females. The village has 678 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 497 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,948 literate and 1,447 illiterate residents. Additionally, 309 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 100 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,395 | 1,709 | 1,686 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 497 | 256 | 241 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 309 | 150 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 48 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 1,948 | 1,116 | 832 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,447 | 593 | 854 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palapur | North-West | 3.33 km |
| Badole Kh | South-West | 3.87 km |
| Gholasgaon | North-East | 4.16 km |
| Kirnalli | East | 4.72 km |
| Badole Bk | South-West | 4.86 km |
| Shirwalwadi | South | 5.06 km |
| Wagdari | South-East | 5.46 km |
| Kiniwadi | North | 6.30 km |
| Shirwal | South | 6.45 km |
| Kini | North-West | 6.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Borgaon
Public transport in the Borgaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nagansur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.3 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 Akkalkot to Borgaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Borgaon is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 >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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Borgaon
Where is Borgaon located?
Borgaon village is located in Akkalkot Tehsil, Solapur 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 413226.
What is the population of Borgaon?
Borgaon has a total population of 3,395, including 1,709 males and 1,686 females.
How many households are there in Borgaon?
There are 678 households in Borgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Borgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borgaon is 57.38%. Male literacy is 65.30% and female literacy is 49.35%.