Borkach - Jambughoda, Panch Mahals
Borkach is a village situated in the Jambughoda taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jambughoda and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Jaban serves as the Gram Panchayat for Borkach village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borkach is 518944. The village covers a total geographical area of 532.29 hectares and falls under the 389390 pincode. Bodeli is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Borkach village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Borkach
According to the 2011 Census, Borkach village had a total population of 258 people, including 134 males and 124 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.55%, with male literacy at 70.94% and female literacy at 48.51%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 66.
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 | 258 | 134 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 17 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 31 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 83 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 51 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Borkach
Borkach 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 Borkach
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Borkach.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bodeli to Borkach is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Borkach is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borkach
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borkach 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 Borkach
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borkach 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 Borkach
Where is Borkach located?
Borkach village is located in Jambughoda Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Borkach?
The Gram Panchayat of Borkach is Jaban.
What is the pincode of Borkach?
The pincode of Borkach is 389390.
What is the population of Borkach?
Borkach had a total population of 258, including 134 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Borkach?
Borkach had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Borkach?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borkach was 60.55%. Male literacy was 70.94% and female literacy was 48.51%.