Borgaon - Malshiras, Solapur
Borgaon is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Borgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borgaon is 562480. The village covers a total geographical area of 1019.3 hectares and falls under the 413112 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 32 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 Malshiras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borgaon
As per Census 2011, Borgaon village has a total population of 6,693 people, consisting of 3,420 males and 3,273 females. The village has 1,490 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 893 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,765 literate and 1,928 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,577 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,693 | 3,420 | 3,273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 893 | 460 | 433 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,577 | 1,301 | 1,276 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 22 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 4,765 | 2,666 | 2,099 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,928 | 754 | 1,174 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malkhambi | South | 2.73 km |
| Mahalung | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Ughadewadi | South-West | 4.35 km |
| Vithalwadi | South-East | 4.36 km |
| Jambud | East | 4.41 km |
| Mire | North-East | 4.43 km |
| Khandali | West | 5.04 km |
| Bondale | South | 5.49 km |
| Khalawe | South-East | 6.19 km |
| Malinagar | North-West | 6.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Borgaon
Borgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pandharpur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Borgaon is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Borgaon is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Borgaon
Where is Borgaon located?
Borgaon village is located in Malshiras 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 413112.
What is the population of Borgaon?
Borgaon has a total population of 6,693, including 3,420 males and 3,273 females.
How many households are there in Borgaon?
There are 1,490 households in Borgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Borgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borgaon is 71.19%. Male literacy is 77.95% and female literacy is 64.13%.