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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Borar
As per Census 2011, Borar village has a total population of 1,963 people, consisting of 1,010 males and 953 females. The village has 433 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 151 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,607 literate and 356 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borar are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,963, including 1,010 males and 953 females.
How many households are there in Borar?
There are 433 households in Borar.
What is the literacy rate in Borar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borar is 81.86%. Male literacy is 86.53% and female literacy is 76.92%.