Borala Village - Khambha, Amreli
Borala is a village situated in the Khambha taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khambha and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Borala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borala is 515860. The village covers a total geographical area of 1623.41 hectares and falls under the 365650 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Borala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borala
As per Census 2011, Borala village has a total population of 2,162 people, consisting of 1,079 males and 1,083 females. The village has 316 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 346 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,155 literate and 1,007 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borala are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,162 | 1,079 | 1,083 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 346 | 170 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,155 | 701 | 454 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,007 | 378 | 629 |
Nearby Villages of Borala
Borala 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 Borala
Borala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Savar Kundla to Borala is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Borala is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Borala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Borala
Where is Borala located?
Borala village is located in Khambha Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borala?
Borala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Borala?
The pincode of Borala is 365650.
What is the population of Borala?
Borala has a total population of 2,162, including 1,079 males and 1,083 females.
How many households are there in Borala?
There are 316 households in Borala.
What is the literacy rate in Borala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borala is 53.42%. Male literacy is 64.97% and female literacy is 41.92%.