Bolera - Shankheshvar, Patan
Bolera is a village situated in the Shankheshvar taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from Sami and around 68 km from Patan. Bolera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bolera is 509060. The village covers a total geographical area of 1658.97 hectares and falls under the 384246 pincode. Harij is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Bolera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chanasma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bolera
As per Census 2011, Bolera village has a total population of 1,417 people, consisting of 733 males and 684 females. The village has 329 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 161 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 867 literate and 550 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bolera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,417 | 733 | 684 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 92 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 54 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 867 | 538 | 329 |
| Illiterate Population | 550 | 195 | 355 |
Nearby Villages of Bolera
Bolera 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 Bolera
Bolera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Harij to Bolera is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Bolera is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bolera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bolera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bolera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bolera 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bolera
Where is Bolera located?
Bolera village is located in Shankheshvar Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bolera?
Bolera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bolera?
The pincode of Bolera is 384246.
What is the population of Bolera?
Bolera has a total population of 1,417, including 733 males and 684 females.
How many households are there in Bolera?
There are 329 households in Bolera.
What is the literacy rate in Bolera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bolera is 61.19%. Male literacy is 73.40% and female literacy is 48.10%.