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 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 Khet
According to the 2011 Census, Bora Khet village had a total population of 26 people, including 8 males and 18 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 2,250 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.90%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 53.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 26 | 8 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 3 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 26, including 8 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Bora Khet?
Bora Khet had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bora Khet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bora Khet was 61.90%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 53.33%.