Borla - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Borla is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Borla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borla is 516698. The village covers a total geographical area of 360.31 hectares and falls under the 364145 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Borla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gariadhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borla
According to the 2011 Census, Borla village had a total population of 812 people, including 395 males and 417 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 1,056 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.15%, with male literacy at 76.16% and female literacy at 51.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23.
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 | 812 | 395 | 417 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 72 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 425 | 246 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 387 | 149 | 238 |
Nearby Villages of Borla
Borla 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 Borla
Borla 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahuva to Borla is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Borla is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Borla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borla 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Borla
Where is Borla located?
Borla village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Borla?
Borla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Borla?
The pincode of Borla is 364145.
What is the population of Borla?
Borla had a total population of 812, including 395 males and 417 females.
How many households are there in Borla?
Borla had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Borla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borla was 63.15%. Male literacy was 76.16% and female literacy was 51.14%.