Borasingi - Surada, Ganjam
Borasingi is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surada and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Borasingi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borasingi is 410882. The village covers a total geographical area of 164 hectares and falls under the 761108 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Borasingi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borasingi
According to the 2011 Census, Borasingi village had a total population of 1,506 people, including 725 males and 781 females, living in 319 households. The sex ratio was 1,077 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.07%, with male literacy at 72.92% and female literacy at 56.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 276.
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 | 1,506 | 725 | 781 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 101 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 276 | 124 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 840 | 455 | 385 |
| Illiterate Population | 666 | 270 | 396 |
Nearby Villages of Borasingi
Borasingi 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 Borasingi
Borasingi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surada to Borasingi is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Borasingi is about 100 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 Borasingi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borasingi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Borasingi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borasingi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Borasingi
Where is Borasingi located?
Borasingi village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Borasingi?
Borasingi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Borasingi?
The pincode of Borasingi is 761108.
What is the population of Borasingi?
Borasingi had a total population of 1,506, including 725 males and 781 females.
How many households are there in Borasingi?
Borasingi had 319 households.
What is the literacy rate in Borasingi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borasingi was 64.07%. Male literacy was 72.92% and female literacy was 56.04%.