Bora - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Bora is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Borra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bora is 032043. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 144527 pincode. Garhshankar is the nearest town.
Bora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bora
As per Census 2011, Bora village has a total population of 2,964 people, consisting of 1,534 males and 1,430 females. The village has 591 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 399 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,996 literate and 968 illiterate residents. Additionally, 166 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bora are given below:
| Category | 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 |
| Literate Population | 1,996 | 1,109 | 887 |
| Illiterate Population | 968 | 425 | 543 |
Nearby Villages of Bora
Bora is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhambian | North | 1.55 km |
| Sahungra | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Ghagon Guru | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Kulewal | West | 1.67 km |
| Mehtabpur | North-West | 2.25 km |
| Chak Phullu | South | 2.31 km |
| Matton | North-West | 3.12 km |
| Kunail | North-East | 3.29 km |
| Bagwain | West | 3.32 km |
| Saddarpur | North | 3.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bora
Bora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Garhshankar, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Bora is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bora 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bora
Where is Bora located?
Bora village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bora?
The Gram Panchayat of Bora is Borra.
What is the pincode of Bora?
The pincode of Bora is 144527.
What is the population of Bora?
Bora has a total population of 2,964, including 1,534 males and 1,430 females.
How many households are there in Bora?
There are 591 households in Bora.
What is the literacy rate in Bora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bora is 67.34%. Male literacy is 72.29% and female literacy is 62.03%.