Borgaon - Ashti, Wardha
Borgaon is a village situated in the Ashti tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ashti and around 104 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Borgaon (t) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Borgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borgaon is 533383. The village covers a total geographical area of 540 hectares and falls under the 442202 pincode. Warud is the nearest town, located about 24 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 Arvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borgaon
As per Census 2011, Borgaon village has a total population of 1,713 people, consisting of 881 males and 832 females. The village has 399 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,270 literate and 443 illiterate residents. Additionally, 282 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 408 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,713 | 881 | 832 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 71 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 282 | 143 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 408 | 199 | 209 |
| Literate Population | 1,270 | 705 | 565 |
| Illiterate Population | 443 | 176 | 267 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rambhapur | North-West | 1.41 km |
| Shahapur | North-East | 2.14 km |
| Milanpur | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Satnur | West | 2.28 km |
| Sahur | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Rohna | West | 2.64 km |
| Ajitpur-bhapki | North | 3.20 km |
| Tumni | South-West | 3.27 km |
| Dugrawada | East | 3.67 km |
| Rudrapur | East | 3.93 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 Benoda, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Warud to Borgaon is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Borgaon is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Borgaon
Where is Borgaon located?
Borgaon village is located in Ashti Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Borgaon is Borgaon (t).
What is the pincode of Borgaon?
The pincode of Borgaon is 442202.
What is the population of Borgaon?
Borgaon has a total population of 1,713, including 881 males and 832 females.
How many households are there in Borgaon?
There are 399 households in Borgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Borgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borgaon is 74.14%. Male literacy is 80.02% and female literacy is 67.91%.