Borgaon - Murbad, Thane
Borgaon is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Borgaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borgaon is 553139. The village covers a total geographical area of 251.75 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 51 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 Murbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Borgaon village had a total population of 884 people, including 461 males and 423 females, living in 188 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.45%, with male literacy at 87.00% and female literacy at 61.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 884 | 461 | 423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 61 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 580 | 348 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 304 | 113 | 191 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhadane | East | 2.15 km |
| Bhakari | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Kolthan | West | 2.69 km |
| Wadvali | East | 2.86 km |
| Malhed | South-West | 2.90 km |
| Shivajinagar | North | 3.11 km |
| Ambele Bk. | South | 3.20 km |
| Sheel | North | 4.24 km |
| Nevalpada | South-East | 4.28 km |
| Vachkole | North-East | 4.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Borgaon
Borgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Asangaon, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.4 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 Kalyan to Borgaon is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Borgaon is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Borgaon
Where is Borgaon located?
Borgaon village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Borgaon?
Borgaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Borgaon?
The pincode of Borgaon is 421401.
What is the population of Borgaon?
Borgaon had a total population of 884, including 461 males and 423 females.
How many households are there in Borgaon?
Borgaon had 188 households.
What is the literacy rate in Borgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borgaon was 74.45%. Male literacy was 87.00% and female literacy was 61.21%.