Borgaon - Kandisaur, Tehri Garhwal
Borgaon is a village situated in the Kandisaur tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 46 km from Tehri and around 46 km from New Tehri. Borgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borgaon is 043812. The village covers a total geographical area of 8.75 hectares and falls under the 249131 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 38 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 Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Borgaon village had a total population of 145 people, including 70 males and 75 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.71%, with male literacy at 96.83% and female literacy at 70.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 145 | 70 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 61 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 9 | 26 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Borgaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Borgaon is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Borgaon is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kandisaur Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borgaon?
Borgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Borgaon?
The pincode of Borgaon is 249131.
What is the population of Borgaon?
Borgaon had a total population of 145, including 70 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Borgaon?
Borgaon had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Borgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borgaon was 82.71%. Male literacy was 96.83% and female literacy was 70.00%.