Borkheri - Kushalgarh, Banswara
Borkheri is a village situated in the Kushalgarh tehsil of Banswara district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushalgarh and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Banswara. Badwas Chhoti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Borkheri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borkheri is 099736. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 327801 pincode. Kushalgarh is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Borkheri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Borkheri
According to the 2011 Census, Borkheri village had a total population of 869 people, including 431 males and 438 females, living in 171 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.66%, with male literacy at 67.86% and female literacy at 36.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 866.
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 | 869 | 431 | 438 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 95 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 866 | 429 | 437 |
| Literate Population | 346 | 228 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 523 | 203 | 320 |
Nearby Villages of Borkheri
Borkheri 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 Borkheri
Borkheri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Borkheri has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kushalgarh to Borkheri is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banswara to Borkheri is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borkheri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borkheri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Borkheri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borkheri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Borkheri
Where is Borkheri located?
Borkheri village is located in Kushalgarh Tehsil, Banswara district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Borkheri?
The Gram Panchayat of Borkheri is Badwas Chhoti.
What is the pincode of Borkheri?
The pincode of Borkheri is 327801.
What is the population of Borkheri?
Borkheri had a total population of 869, including 431 males and 438 females.
How many households are there in Borkheri?
Borkheri had 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Borkheri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borkheri was 52.66%. Male literacy was 67.86% and female literacy was 36.76%.