Boska - Detroj-Rampura, Ahmedabad
Boska is a village situated in the Detroj-Rampura taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Detroj and around 72 km from Ahmadabad. Boska village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boska is 511492. The village covers a total geographical area of 492.07 hectares and falls under the 382140 pincode. Viramgam is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Boska village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Viramgam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Boska
According to the 2011 Census, Boska village had a total population of 998 people, including 515 males and 483 females, living in 182 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.22%, with male literacy at 90.70% and female literacy at 64.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40.
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 | 998 | 515 | 483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 85 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 643 | 390 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 355 | 125 | 230 |
Nearby Villages of Boska
Boska 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 Boska
Boska is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Boska has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Viramgam to Boska is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Boska is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Boska
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boska village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Boska
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Boska village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Boska
Where is Boska located?
Boska village is located in Detroj-Rampura Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Boska?
Boska is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Boska?
The pincode of Boska is 382140.
What is the population of Boska?
Boska had a total population of 998, including 515 males and 483 females.
How many households are there in Boska?
Boska had 182 households.
What is the literacy rate in Boska?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boska was 78.22%. Male literacy was 90.70% and female literacy was 64.54%.