Boriya - Ghoghamba, Panch Mahals
Boriya is a village situated in the Ghoghamba taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghoghamba and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Gamirpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Boriya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boriya is 518762. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.86 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Devgadbaria is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Boriya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Halol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhota Udaipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Boriya
As per Census 2011, Boriya village has a total population of 802 people, consisting of 394 males and 408 females. The village has 118 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 154 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 305 literate and 497 illiterate residents. Additionally, 77 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 692 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Boriya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 802 | 394 | 408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 75 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 40 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 692 | 336 | 356 |
| Literate Population | 305 | 170 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 497 | 224 | 273 |
Nearby Villages of Boriya
Boriya 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 Boriya
Boriya 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 | 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 Devgadbaria to Boriya is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Boriya is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Boriya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boriya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Boriya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Boriya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Boriya
Where is Boriya located?
Boriya village is located in Ghoghamba Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Boriya?
The Gram Panchayat of Boriya is Gamirpura.
What is the pincode of Boriya?
The pincode of Boriya is 389380.
What is the population of Boriya?
Boriya has a total population of 802, including 394 males and 408 females.
How many households are there in Boriya?
There are 118 households in Boriya.
What is the literacy rate in Boriya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boriya is 38.03%. Male literacy is 43.15% and female literacy is 33.09%.