Borvav - Talala, Gir Somnath
Borvav is a village situated in the Talala taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from Talala and around 75 km from Junagadh. Borvav village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borvav is 514940. The village covers a total geographical area of 1663.37 hectares and falls under the 362150 pincode. Talala is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Borvav village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borvav
As per Census 2011, Borvav village has a total population of 5,247 people, consisting of 2,718 males and 2,529 females. The village has 972 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 522 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,450 literate and 1,797 illiterate residents. Additionally, 360 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 73 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borvav are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,247 | 2,718 | 2,529 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 522 | 297 | 225 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 360 | 188 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 3,450 | 1,912 | 1,538 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,797 | 806 | 991 |
Nearby Villages of Borvav
Borvav 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 Borvav
Borvav is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Borvav.
| 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 Talala to Borvav is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Borvav is about 75 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 Borvav
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borvav village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Borvav
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borvav village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Borvav
Where is Borvav located?
Borvav village is located in Talala Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borvav?
Borvav is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Borvav?
The pincode of Borvav is 362150.
What is the population of Borvav?
Borvav has a total population of 5,247, including 2,718 males and 2,529 females.
How many households are there in Borvav?
There are 972 households in Borvav.
What is the literacy rate in Borvav?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borvav is 65.75%. Male literacy is 70.35% and female literacy is 60.81%.