Borgaon - Garud, Bageshwar
Borgaon is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Tallanakuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Borgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borgaon is 051445. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.15 hectares and falls under the 263635 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Borgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Borgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Borgaon village had a total population of 37 people, including 20 males and 17 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 850 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.57%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 52.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27.
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 | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 16 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 4 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Borgaon
Borgaon 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 Borgaon
Borgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Borgaon is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Borgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borgaon 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Borgaon
Where is Borgaon located?
Borgaon village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Borgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Borgaon is Tallanakuri.
What is the pincode of Borgaon?
The pincode of Borgaon is 263635.
What is the population of Borgaon?
Borgaon had a total population of 37, including 20 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Borgaon?
Borgaon had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Borgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borgaon was 67.57%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 52.94%.