Bora
Bora is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Borra is the gram panchayat of Bora village.
Here you can discover what makes Bora unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Bora’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bora
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bora is 032043. The village spans a total geographical area of 138 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144527. Garhshankar is nearest town to Bora village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Bora
Population of Bora
According to the 2011 Census, Bora has a total population of about 2,964, with approximately 1,534 males and 1,430 females. The sex ratio is around 932 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 399 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 166 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.34%, with male literacy at about 72.29% and female literacy near 62.03%. There are around 591 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bora's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,964 | 1,534 | 1,430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 399 | 204 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 166 | 84 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,996 | 1,109 | 887 |
| Illiterate Population | 968 | 425 | 543 |
Connectivity of Bora
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bora. As per the 2011 stats, Bora had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bora
Knowing the nearby villages of Bora helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bora.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bora
- Where is Bora located?
- Bora village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bora?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bora is Borra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bora?
- The pincode of Bora is 144527, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bora is 2,964, with 1,534 males and 1,430 females.
- How many households are there in Bora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bora village has a total of 591 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bora as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bora is 67.34%. The male literacy rate is 72.29%, while the female literacy rate is 62.03%.