Borgaon - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Borgaon is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 70 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Chilpad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Borgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borgaon is 043159. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.48 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Borgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borgaon
As per Census 2011, Borgaon village has a total population of 207 people, consisting of 100 males and 107 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 1,070 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 129 literate and 78 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 207 | 100 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 129 | 78 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 22 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Borgaon
Borgaon 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 Borgaon
Borgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devprayag to Borgaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Borgaon is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borgaon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Borgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borgaon 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 Borgaon
Where is Borgaon located?
Borgaon village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Borgaon is Chilpad.
What is the pincode of Borgaon?
The pincode of Borgaon is 249161.
What is the population of Borgaon?
Borgaon has a total population of 207, including 100 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Borgaon?
There are 39 households in Borgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Borgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borgaon is 62.32%. Male literacy is 78.00% and female literacy is 47.66%.