Boru - Suigam, Vav-Tharad
Boru is a village situated in the Suigam taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 44 km from Vav and around 134 km from Palanpur. Boru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boru is 507474. The village covers a total geographical area of 3347.19 hectares and falls under the 385320 pincode. Bhabhar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Boru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vav Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Boru
As per Census 2011, Boru village has a total population of 1,013 people, consisting of 555 males and 458 females. The village has 190 households and a sex ratio of 825 females per 1,000 males. There are 165 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 681 literate and 332 illiterate residents. Additionally, 194 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Boru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,013 | 555 | 458 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 95 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 101 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 681 | 396 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 159 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Boru
Boru 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 Boru
Boru 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhabhar to Boru is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Boru is about 134 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Boru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Boru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Boru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Boru
Where is Boru located?
Boru village is located in Suigam Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Boru?
Boru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Boru?
The pincode of Boru is 385320.
What is the population of Boru?
Boru has a total population of 1,013, including 555 males and 458 females.
How many households are there in Boru?
There are 190 households in Boru.
What is the literacy rate in Boru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boru is 67.23%. Male literacy is 71.35% and female literacy is 62.23%.