Borkona
Borkona is a village located in Betasing subdivision of West Garo Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Betasing (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Tura.
Borkona has its own place in the vibrant West Garo Hills region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Borkona
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Borkona is 273621. Betasing is nearest town to Borkona village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Borkona
Population of Borkona
Below is a concise population overview of Borkona as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 424 | 206 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 390 | 190 | 200 |
| Literate Population | 200 | 104 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 224 | 102 | 122 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Borkona village:
- The total population of Borkona village is around 424, including approximately 206 males and 218 females, with a sex ratio of 1058 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 40 children aged 0–6 years in Borkona village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Borkona village has 15 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 390 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Borkona village is about 47.17%, with male literacy at 50.49% and female literacy at 44.04%.
- There are around 89 households in Borkona village.
Connectivity of Borkona
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Borkona. As per the 2011 stats, Borkona had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Borkona
Knowing the nearby villages of Borkona helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Borkona.
Frequently Asked Questions about Borkona
- Where is Borkona located?
- Borkona village is situated in Betasing Subdivision, within the West Garo Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
- What is the pincode of Borkona?
- The pincode of Borkona is 794115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Borkona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Borkona is 424, with 206 males and 218 females.
- How many households are there in Borkona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Borkona village has a total of 89 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Borkona as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Borkona is 47.17%. The male literacy rate is 50.49%, while the female literacy rate is 44.04%.