Borigi - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Borigi is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Borigi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borigi is 428670. The village covers a total geographical area of 386 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Borigi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borigi
As per Census 2011, Borigi village has a total population of 930 people, consisting of 473 males and 457 females. The village has 163 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 313 literate and 617 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 818 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borigi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 930 | 473 | 457 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 67 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 818 | 420 | 398 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 191 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 617 | 282 | 335 |
Nearby Villages of Borigi
Borigi 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 Borigi
Borigi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Borigi is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Borigi is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borigi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borigi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Borigi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borigi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Borigi
Where is Borigi located?
Borigi village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borigi?
Borigi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Borigi?
The pincode of Borigi is 764014.
What is the population of Borigi?
Borigi has a total population of 930, including 473 males and 457 females.
How many households are there in Borigi?
There are 163 households in Borigi.
What is the literacy rate in Borigi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borigi is 33.66%. Male literacy is 40.38% and female literacy is 26.70%.