Bora - Gopiballavpur - II, Jhargram
Bora is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Nota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bora is 340415. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.31 hectares and falls under the 721517 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Bora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nayagram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bora
As per Census 2011, Bora village has a total population of 461 people, consisting of 236 males and 225 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 299 literate and 162 illiterate residents. Additionally, 66 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 158 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 461 | 236 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 23 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 34 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 78 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 299 | 176 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 60 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Bora
Bora 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
Public transport in the Bora is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Jhargram to Bora is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bora
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 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bora
Where is Bora located?
Bora village is located in Gopiballavpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bora?
The Gram Panchayat of Bora is Nota.
What is the pincode of Bora?
The pincode of Bora is 721517.
What is the population of Bora?
Bora has a total population of 461, including 236 males and 225 females.
How many households are there in Bora?
There are 98 households in Bora.
What is the literacy rate in Bora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bora is 64.86%. Male literacy is 74.58% and female literacy is 54.67%.