Boriya - Mahuva, Surat
Boriya is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Boriya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boriya is 524350. The village covers a total geographical area of 881.68 hectares and falls under the 394620 pincode. Bardoli is the nearest town, located about 14 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 Mahuva Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Boriya
According to the 2011 Census, Boriya village had a total population of 2,040 people, including 1,112 males and 928 females, living in 421 households. The sex ratio was 835 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.44%, with male literacy at 84.18% and female literacy at 67.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,604.
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 | 2,040 | 1,112 | 928 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 94 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 32 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,604 | 893 | 711 |
| Literate Population | 1,418 | 857 | 561 |
| Illiterate Population | 622 | 255 | 367 |
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
Public transport in the Boriya is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bardoli to Boriya is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Boriya is about 48 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Boriya
Where is Boriya located?
Boriya village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Boriya?
Boriya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Boriya?
The pincode of Boriya is 394620.
What is the population of Boriya?
Boriya had a total population of 2,040, including 1,112 males and 928 females.
How many households are there in Boriya?
Boriya had 421 households.
What is the literacy rate in Boriya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boriya was 76.44%. Male literacy was 84.18% and female literacy was 67.03%.