Borla - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Borla is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Borla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borla is 516593. The village covers a total geographical area of 530.19 hectares and falls under the 364130 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 9 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 Talaja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borla
As per Census 2011, Borla village has a total population of 1,857 people, consisting of 949 males and 908 females. The village has 339 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,177 literate and 680 illiterate residents. Additionally, 140 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,857 | 949 | 908 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 149 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 67 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 1,177 | 692 | 485 |
| Illiterate Population | 680 | 257 | 423 |
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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talaja to Borla is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Borla is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 2-5 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Borla
Where is Borla located?
Borla village is located in Talaja 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 364130.
What is the population of Borla?
Borla has a total population of 1,857, including 949 males and 908 females.
How many households are there in Borla?
There are 339 households in Borla.
What is the literacy rate in Borla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borla is 63.38%. Male literacy is 72.92% and female literacy is 53.41%.