Borpada - Songadh, Tapi
Borpada is a village situated in the Songadh taluka of Tapi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songadh and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Vyara. Taparvada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Borpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borpada is 524689. The village covers a total geographical area of 351.62 hectares and falls under the 394670 pincode. Songadh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Borpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nizar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borpada
According to the 2011 Census, Borpada village had a total population of 651 people, including 338 males and 313 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.15%, with male literacy at 72.17% and female literacy at 57.54%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 620.
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 | 651 | 338 | 313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 620 | 315 | 305 |
| Literate Population | 387 | 223 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 115 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Borpada
Borpada 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 Borpada
Public transport in the Borpada 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 Songadh to Borpada is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vyara to Borpada is about 40 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 Borpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borpada 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Borpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borpada 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 Borpada
Where is Borpada located?
Borpada village is located in Songadh Taluka, Tapi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Borpada is Taparvada.
What is the pincode of Borpada?
The pincode of Borpada is 394670.
What is the population of Borpada?
Borpada had a total population of 651, including 338 males and 313 females.
How many households are there in Borpada?
Borpada had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Borpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borpada was 65.15%. Male literacy was 72.17% and female literacy was 57.54%.