Borigochha - Raikia, Kandhamal
Borigochha is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Karada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Borigochha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borigochha is 417651. The village covers a total geographical area of 678 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Borigochha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borigochha
According to the 2011 Census, Borigochha village had a total population of 9 people, including 5 males and 4 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 800 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 0.00%, with male literacy at 0.00% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 5 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Borigochha
Borigochha 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 Borigochha
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Borigochha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Surada to Borigochha is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Borigochha is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borigochha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borigochha 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 Borigochha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borigochha 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 Borigochha
Where is Borigochha located?
Borigochha village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borigochha?
The Gram Panchayat of Borigochha is Karada.
What is the pincode of Borigochha?
The pincode of Borigochha is 762101.
What is the population of Borigochha?
Borigochha had a total population of 9, including 5 males and 4 females.
How many households are there in Borigochha?
Borigochha had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Borigochha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borigochha was 0.00%. Male literacy was 0.00% and female literacy was 0.00%.