Borjhora - Purakhasia, South West Garo Hills
Borjhora is a village situated in the Purakhasia subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 26 km from Dalu and around 86 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borjhora is 274222. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
Borjhora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Salmanpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borjhora
According to the 2011 Census, Borjhora village had a total population of 299 people, including 157 males and 142 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.85%, with male literacy at 70.68% and female literacy at 40.87%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 298.
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 | 299 | 157 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 24 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 298 | 156 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 94 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 63 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Borjhora
Borjhora 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 Borjhora
Public transport in the Borjhora is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Tura to Borjhora is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borjhora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borjhora 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 Borjhora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borjhora 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Borjhora
Where is Borjhora located?
Borjhora village is located in Purakhasia Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Borjhora?
The pincode of Borjhora is 794109.
What is the population of Borjhora?
Borjhora had a total population of 299, including 157 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Borjhora?
Borjhora had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Borjhora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borjhora was 56.85%. Male literacy was 70.68% and female literacy was 40.87%.