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
According to the 2011 Census, Borigi village had a total population of 930 people, including 473 males and 457 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.62%, with male literacy at 47.04% and female literacy at 31.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 818.
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 | 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 had a total population of 930, including 473 males and 457 females.
How many households are there in Borigi?
Borigi had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Borigi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borigi was 39.62%. Male literacy was 47.04% and female literacy was 31.77%.