Borkhedi - Ashti, Wardha
Borkhedi is a village situated in the Ashti tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ashti and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Sahur serves as the Village Panchayat for Borkhedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borkhedi is 533405. The village covers a total geographical area of 473.92 hectares and falls under the 442202 pincode. Morshi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Borkhedi 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 Borkhedi
According to the 2011 Census, Borkhedi village had a total population of 20 people, including 12 males and 8 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 667 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.50%, with male literacy at 44.44% and female literacy at 28.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 8 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Borkhedi
Borkhedi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Borkhedi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Borkhedi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Morshi to Borkhedi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Borkhedi is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borkhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borkhedi 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Borkhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borkhedi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Borkhedi
Where is Borkhedi located?
Borkhedi village is located in Ashti Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Borkhedi?
The Village Panchayat of Borkhedi is Sahur.
What is the pincode of Borkhedi?
The pincode of Borkhedi is 442202.
What is the population of Borkhedi?
Borkhedi had a total population of 20, including 12 males and 8 females.
How many households are there in Borkhedi?
Borkhedi had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Borkhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borkhedi was 37.50%. Male literacy was 44.44% and female literacy was 28.57%.