Bora Khet - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Bora Khet is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Lingurani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bora Khet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bora Khet is 049718. The village covers a total geographical area of 17 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Bora Khet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Khet
As per Census 2011, Bora Khet village has a total population of 26 people, consisting of 8 males and 18 females. The village has 6 households and a sex ratio of 2,250 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 13 literate and 13 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bora Khet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 26 | 8 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 3 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 3 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Bora Khet
Bora Khet 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 Khet
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bora Khet.
| 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 Didihat to Bora Khet is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Bora Khet 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 Khet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bora Khet 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 Bora Khet
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 Khet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bora Khet
Where is Bora Khet located?
Bora Khet village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bora Khet?
The Gram Panchayat of Bora Khet is Lingurani.
What is the pincode of Bora Khet?
The pincode of Bora Khet is 262531.
What is the population of Bora Khet?
Bora Khet has a total population of 26, including 8 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Bora Khet?
There are 6 households in Bora Khet.
What is the literacy rate in Bora Khet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bora Khet is 50.00%. Male literacy is 62.50% and female literacy is 44.44%.