Borda - Badnawar, Dhar
Borda is a village situated in the Badnawar tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badnawar and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Borda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borda is 474368. The village covers a total geographical area of 1412.03 hectares and falls under the 454660 pincode. Badnawar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Borda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Borda
As per Census 2011, Borda village has a total population of 2,333 people, consisting of 1,177 males and 1,156 females. The village has 543 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 436 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 831 literate and 1,502 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,945 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,333 | 1,177 | 1,156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 436 | 201 | 235 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 56 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,945 | 975 | 970 |
| Literate Population | 831 | 552 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,502 | 625 | 877 |
Nearby Villages of Borda
Borda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bordi | South-West | 2.75 km |
| Jabada | East | 4.62 km |
| Chhatri | North-West | 5.01 km |
| Dotrya | South | 5.02 km |
| Titipada | South-East | 5.30 km |
| Deogarh | West | 5.47 km |
| Hadmatya | West | 5.67 km |
| Birmawal | North-East | 5.82 km |
| Banya Kheda | North-West | 5.84 km |
| Bakhatpura | South | 6.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Borda
Borda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Raoti, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badnawar to Borda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Borda 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 Borda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borda 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 Borda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Borda
Where is Borda located?
Borda village is located in Badnawar Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borda?
Borda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Borda?
The pincode of Borda is 454660.
What is the population of Borda?
Borda has a total population of 2,333, including 1,177 males and 1,156 females.
How many households are there in Borda?
There are 543 households in Borda.
What is the literacy rate in Borda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borda is 35.62%. Male literacy is 46.90% and female literacy is 24.13%.