Boru - Mansa, Gandhinagar
Boru is a village situated in the Mansa taluka of Gandhinagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mansa and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Gandhinagar. Boru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boru is 511219. The village covers a total geographical area of 786.35 hectares and falls under the 382845 pincode. Mansa is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Boru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mansa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahesana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Boru
As per Census 2011, Boru village has a total population of 5,085 people, consisting of 2,601 males and 2,484 females. The village has 992 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 588 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,641 literate and 1,444 illiterate residents. Additionally, 223 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Boru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,085 | 2,601 | 2,484 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 588 | 299 | 289 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 223 | 113 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,641 | 2,070 | 1,571 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,444 | 531 | 913 |
Nearby Villages of Boru
Boru 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 Boru
Public transport in the Boru is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Boru.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mansa to Boru is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gandhinagar to Boru is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Boru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Boru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Boru 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Boru
Where is Boru located?
Boru village is located in Mansa Taluka, Gandhinagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Boru?
Boru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Boru?
The pincode of Boru is 382845.
What is the population of Boru?
Boru has a total population of 5,085, including 2,601 males and 2,484 females.
How many households are there in Boru?
There are 992 households in Boru.
What is the literacy rate in Boru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boru is 71.60%. Male literacy is 79.58% and female literacy is 63.24%.