Borighat - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Borighat is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Alatara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Borighat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borighat is 422443. The village covers a total geographical area of 98 hectares and falls under the 766102 pincode. Kesinga is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Borighat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borighat
As per Census 2011, Borighat village has a total population of 265 people, consisting of 128 males and 137 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 1,070 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 158 literate and 107 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 79 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borighat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 265 | 128 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 31 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 41 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 91 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 37 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Borighat
Borighat 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 Borighat
Borighat is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kesinga to Borighat is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Borighat is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borighat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borighat 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Borighat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borighat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Borighat
Where is Borighat located?
Borighat village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borighat?
The Gram Panchayat of Borighat is Alatara.
What is the pincode of Borighat?
The pincode of Borighat is 766102.
What is the population of Borighat?
Borighat has a total population of 265, including 128 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Borighat?
There are 77 households in Borighat.
What is the literacy rate in Borighat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borighat is 59.62%. Male literacy is 71.09% and female literacy is 48.91%.