Boru - Kalol, Panch Mahals
Boru is a village situated in the Kalol taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalol and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Boru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boru is 518695. The village covers a total geographical area of 327.64 hectares and falls under the 389330 pincode. Kalol is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Boru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Boru
As per Census 2011, Boru village has a total population of 2,408 people, consisting of 1,269 males and 1,139 females. The village has 436 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 364 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,441 literate and 967 illiterate residents. Additionally, 196 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 104 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Boru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,408 | 1,269 | 1,139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 364 | 188 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 102 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 55 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 1,441 | 874 | 567 |
| Illiterate Population | 967 | 395 | 572 |
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
Boru 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalol to Boru is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Boru is about 30 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Boru
Where is Boru located?
Boru village is located in Kalol Taluka, Panch Mahals 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 389330.
What is the population of Boru?
Boru has a total population of 2,408, including 1,269 males and 1,139 females.
How many households are there in Boru?
There are 436 households in Boru.
What is the literacy rate in Boru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boru is 59.84%. Male literacy is 68.87% and female literacy is 49.78%.