Borogam - Raighar, Nabarangpur
Borogam is a village situated in the Raighar tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Raighar and around 106 km from Nabarangapur . Jodenga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Borogam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borogam is 427201. The village covers a total geographical area of 562 hectares and falls under the 764088 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Borogam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umarkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borogam
As per Census 2011, Borogam village has a total population of 1,332 people, consisting of 655 males and 677 females. The village has 281 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 214 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 428 literate and 904 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,216 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borogam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,332 | 655 | 677 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 127 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,216 | 595 | 621 |
| Literate Population | 428 | 265 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 904 | 390 | 514 |
Nearby Villages of Borogam
Borogam 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 Borogam
Borogam 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 <5 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 Umarkote to Borogam is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Borogam is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borogam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borogam 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 Borogam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borogam 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Borogam
Where is Borogam located?
Borogam village is located in Raighar Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borogam?
The Gram Panchayat of Borogam is Jodenga.
What is the pincode of Borogam?
The pincode of Borogam is 764088.
What is the population of Borogam?
Borogam has a total population of 1,332, including 655 males and 677 females.
How many households are there in Borogam?
There are 281 households in Borogam.
What is the literacy rate in Borogam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borogam is 32.13%. Male literacy is 40.46% and female literacy is 24.08%.