Borar - Bagnan - II, Howrah
Borar is a village situated in the Bagnan - II subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.8 km from Bagnan and around 42.3 km from Howrah. Antila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Borar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borar is 333095. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.65 hectares and falls under the 711312 pincode. Bagnan is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Borar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Borar
According to the 2011 Census, Borar village had a total population of 1,963 people, including 1,010 males and 953 females, living in 433 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.69%, with male literacy at 92.88% and female literacy at 84.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 1,963 | 1,010 | 953 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 69 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,607 | 874 | 733 |
| Illiterate Population | 356 | 136 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Borar
Borar 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 Borar
Borar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Borar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagnan to Borar is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Borar is about 42.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Borar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Borar
Where is Borar located?
Borar village is located in Bagnan - II Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Borar?
The Gram Panchayat of Borar is Antila.
What is the pincode of Borar?
The pincode of Borar is 711312.
What is the population of Borar?
Borar had a total population of 1,963, including 1,010 males and 953 females.
How many households are there in Borar?
Borar had 433 households.
What is the literacy rate in Borar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borar was 88.69%. Male literacy was 92.88% and female literacy was 84.16%.