Boruda - Santalpur, Patan
Boruda is a village situated in the Santalpur taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Santalpur and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Boruda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boruda is 508611. The village covers a total geographical area of 1017.25 hectares and falls under the 385340 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Boruda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankrej Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Boruda
According to the 2011 Census, Boruda village had a total population of 1,506 people, including 797 males and 709 females, living in 278 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.79%, with male literacy at 69.59% and female literacy at 51.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 196.
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 | 1,506 | 797 | 709 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 136 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 115 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 769 | 460 | 309 |
| Illiterate Population | 737 | 337 | 400 |
Nearby Villages of Boruda
Boruda 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 Boruda
Public transport in the Boruda is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Radhanpur to Boruda is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Boruda is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Boruda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boruda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Boruda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Boruda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Boruda
Where is Boruda located?
Boruda village is located in Santalpur Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Boruda?
Boruda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Boruda?
The pincode of Boruda is 385340.
What is the population of Boruda?
Boruda had a total population of 1,506, including 797 males and 709 females.
How many households are there in Boruda?
Boruda had 278 households.
What is the literacy rate in Boruda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boruda was 60.79%. Male literacy was 69.59% and female literacy was 51.16%.