Boriguda - Chandahandi, Nabarangpur
Boriguda is a village situated in the Chandahandi tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Chandahandi and around 114 km from Nabarangapur . Mohara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Boriguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boriguda is 427439. The village covers a total geographical area of 142 hectares and falls under the 764077 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Boriguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Boriguda
According to the 2011 Census, Boriguda village had a total population of 979 people, including 487 males and 492 females, living in 274 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.25%, with male literacy at 79.81% and female literacy at 46.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 979 | 487 | 492 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 66 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 530 | 336 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 449 | 151 | 298 |
Nearby Villages of Boriguda
Boriguda 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 Boriguda
Boriguda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkote to Boriguda is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Boriguda is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Boriguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boriguda 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Boriguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Boriguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Boriguda
Where is Boriguda located?
Boriguda village is located in Chandahandi Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Boriguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Boriguda is Mohara.
What is the pincode of Boriguda?
The pincode of Boriguda is 764077.
What is the population of Boriguda?
Boriguda had a total population of 979, including 487 males and 492 females.
How many households are there in Boriguda?
Boriguda had 274 households.
What is the literacy rate in Boriguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boriguda was 63.25%. Male literacy was 79.81% and female literacy was 46.52%.