Borani - Satwas, Dewas
Borani is a village situated in the Satwas tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Satwas and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Borani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borani is 473798. The village covers a total geographical area of 565 hectares and falls under the 455440 pincode. Kantaphod is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Borani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borani
As per Census 2011, Borani village has a total population of 1,362 people, consisting of 677 males and 685 females. The village has 249 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 291 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 512 literate and 850 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,048 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,362 | 677 | 685 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 140 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 29 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,048 | 518 | 530 |
| Literate Population | 512 | 309 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 850 | 368 | 482 |
Nearby Villages of Borani
Borani is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalapatha | North | 2.79 km |
| Badhawa | South-East | 4.24 km |
| Bijwad | North-East | 4.58 km |
| Hirapur | South-West | 4.65 km |
| Hatnora | North | 4.89 km |
| Dhantalab | North-West | 5.26 km |
| Panigaon | North-East | 6.09 km |
| Nayapura | South-East | 6.92 km |
| Maljipura | East | 7.13 km |
| Gadbadi | North-West | 7.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Borani
Borani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dewas, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kantaphod to Borani is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Borani is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Borani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borani 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 Borani
Where is Borani located?
Borani village is located in Satwas Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borani?
Borani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Borani?
The pincode of Borani is 455440.
What is the population of Borani?
Borani has a total population of 1,362, including 677 males and 685 females.
How many households are there in Borani?
There are 249 households in Borani.
What is the literacy rate in Borani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borani is 37.59%. Male literacy is 45.64% and female literacy is 29.64%.