Bora Agar - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Bora Agar is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Bora Agar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bora Agar is 049812. The village covers a total geographical area of 136 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Bora Agar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bora Agar
According to the 2011 Census, Bora Agar village had a total population of 287 people, including 149 males and 138 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.81%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 74.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 265.
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 | 287 | 149 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 265 | 130 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 120 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 29 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Bora Agar
Bora Agar 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 Agar
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bora Agar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Bora Agar is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Bora Agar is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bora Agar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bora Agar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bora Agar
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 Agar 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 Agar
Where is Bora Agar located?
Bora Agar village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bora Agar?
Bora Agar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bora Agar?
The pincode of Bora Agar is 262531.
What is the population of Bora Agar?
Bora Agar had a total population of 287, including 149 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Bora Agar?
Bora Agar had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bora Agar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bora Agar was 82.81%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 74.19%.