Borana - Mundra, Kachchh
Borana is a village situated in the Mundra taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mundra and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Nana Kapaya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Borana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borana is 507340. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.29 hectares and falls under the 370415 pincode. Mundra is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Borana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Borana
According to the 2011 Census, Borana village had a total population of 377 people, including 185 males and 192 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.19%, with male literacy at 83.87% and female literacy at 56.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 377 | 185 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 30 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 219 | 130 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 55 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Borana
Borana 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 Borana
Borana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Mundra to Borana is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Borana is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borana 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 Borana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borana 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 Borana
Where is Borana located?
Borana village is located in Mundra Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Borana?
The Gram Panchayat of Borana is Nana Kapaya.
What is the pincode of Borana?
The pincode of Borana is 370415.
What is the population of Borana?
Borana had a total population of 377, including 185 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Borana?
Borana had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Borana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borana was 70.19%. Male literacy was 83.87% and female literacy was 56.69%.