Borpada - Kaprada, Valsad
Borpada is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Borpada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borpada is 523530. The village covers a total geographical area of 227.8 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 44 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 Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borpada
As per Census 2011, Borpada village has a total population of 922 people, consisting of 454 males and 468 females. The village has 151 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 203 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 322 literate and 600 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 912 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borpada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 922 | 454 | 468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 98 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 912 | 449 | 463 |
| Literate Population | 322 | 179 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 600 | 275 | 325 |
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
Borpada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Dharampur to Borpada is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Borpada is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Borpada
Where is Borpada located?
Borpada village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borpada?
Borpada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Borpada?
The pincode of Borpada is 396067.
What is the population of Borpada?
Borpada has a total population of 922, including 454 males and 468 females.
How many households are there in Borpada?
There are 151 households in Borpada.
What is the literacy rate in Borpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borpada is 34.92%. Male literacy is 39.43% and female literacy is 30.56%.