Borong - Ravangla, Namchi
Borong is a village situated in the Ravangla subdivision of Namchi district, Sikkim. It is located approximately 20 km from Ravong and around 46 km from Namchi. Borong Phamthang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Borong village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borong is 261205. The village covers a total geographical area of 744.72 hectares and falls under the 737126 pincode. Namchi is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Borong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sabhapati serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barfung Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sikkim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borong
According to the 2011 Census, Borong village had a total population of 1,033 people, including 537 males and 496 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.37%, with male literacy at 78.16% and female literacy at 69.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 242.
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 | 1,033 | 537 | 496 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 47 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 242 | 122 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 679 | 383 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 154 | 200 |
Nearby Villages of Borong
Borong 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 Borong
Borong is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Namchi to Borong is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borong village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Borong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borong village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Borong
Where is Borong located?
Borong village is located in Ravangla Subdivision, Namchi district, Sikkim, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Borong?
The Gram Panchayat of Borong is Borong Phamthang.
What is the pincode of Borong?
The pincode of Borong is 737126.
What is the population of Borong?
Borong had a total population of 1,033, including 537 males and 496 females.
How many households are there in Borong?
Borong had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Borong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borong was 74.37%. Male literacy was 78.16% and female literacy was 69.98%.