Bora Sagar - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Bora Sagar is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Sani Khet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bora Sagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bora Sagar is 049667. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.3 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Bora Sagar 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 Sagar
According to the 2011 Census, Bora Sagar village had a total population of 57 people, including 32 males and 25 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 781 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.68%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 73.91%.
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 | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 30 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 2 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Bora Sagar
Bora Sagar 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 Sagar
Public transport in the Bora Sagar is mainly available through shared van 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 Didihat to Bora Sagar is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Bora Sagar is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bora Sagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bora Sagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bora Sagar
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 Sagar 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 Bora Sagar
Where is Bora Sagar located?
Bora Sagar village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bora Sagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bora Sagar is Sani Khet.
What is the pincode of Bora Sagar?
The pincode of Bora Sagar is 262531.
What is the population of Bora Sagar?
Bora Sagar had a total population of 57, including 32 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Bora Sagar?
Bora Sagar had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bora Sagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bora Sagar was 88.68%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 73.91%.