Boranshi - Dhari, Nainital
Boranshi is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Buranshi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Boranshi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boranshi is 054929. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.23 hectares and falls under the 263136 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Boranshi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhimtal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Boranshi
According to the 2011 Census, Boranshi village had a total population of 283 people, including 136 males and 147 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,081 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.42%, with male literacy at 88.57% and female literacy at 75.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20.
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 | 283 | 136 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 93 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 43 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Boranshi
Boranshi 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 Boranshi
Boranshi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Bhimtal to Boranshi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Boranshi is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Boranshi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boranshi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Boranshi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Boranshi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Boranshi
Where is Boranshi located?
Boranshi village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Boranshi?
The Gram Panchayat of Boranshi is Buranshi.
What is the pincode of Boranshi?
The pincode of Boranshi is 263136.
What is the population of Boranshi?
Boranshi had a total population of 283, including 136 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Boranshi?
Boranshi had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Boranshi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boranshi was 81.42%. Male literacy was 88.57% and female literacy was 75.21%.