Bora Gaon - Sult, Almora
Bora Gaon is a village situated in the Sult tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sult and around 154 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Rarnthmal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bora Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bora Gaon is 052125. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.37 hectares and falls under the 263676 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Bora Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Bora Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bora Gaon village had a total population of 23 people, including 11 males and 12 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,091 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.37%, with male literacy at 62.50% and female literacy at 36.36%.
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 | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 6 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Bora Gaon
Bora Gaon 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 Bora Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bora Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ramnagar to Bora Gaon is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Bora Gaon is about 154 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bora Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bora Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bora Gaon
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 Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bora Gaon
Where is Bora Gaon located?
Bora Gaon village is located in Sult Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bora Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bora Gaon is Rarnthmal.
What is the pincode of Bora Gaon?
The pincode of Bora Gaon is 263676.
What is the population of Bora Gaon?
Bora Gaon had a total population of 23, including 11 males and 12 females.
How many households are there in Bora Gaon?
Bora Gaon had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bora Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bora Gaon was 47.37%. Male literacy was 62.50% and female literacy was 36.36%.