Borlai - Manawar, Dhar
Borlai is a village situated in the Manawar tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manawar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Borlai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borlai is 475598. The village covers a total geographical area of 781.3 hectares and falls under the 454446 pincode. Manawar is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Borlai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Borlai
As per Census 2011, Borlai village has a total population of 1,979 people, consisting of 980 males and 999 females. The village has 355 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 396 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 755 literate and 1,224 illiterate residents. Additionally, 95 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,708 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borlai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,979 | 980 | 999 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 396 | 186 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 47 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,708 | 839 | 869 |
| Literate Population | 755 | 443 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,224 | 537 | 687 |
Nearby Villages of Borlai
Borlai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Temriya | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Avral | West | 2.26 km |
| Andiyab | North | 2.72 km |
| Udiyapura | South | 2.83 km |
| Chirakhan | North-East | 2.91 km |
| Sitapuri | South-West | 3.13 km |
| Pipalya Khurd | East | 3.73 km |
| Badiya | West | 4.03 km |
| Karondiya | West | 4.05 km |
| Rajukhedi | East | 4.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Borlai
Borlai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mhow, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.9 km.
| 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 Manawar to Borlai is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Borlai is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borlai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borlai 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Borlai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borlai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Borlai
Where is Borlai located?
Borlai village is located in Manawar Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borlai?
Borlai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Borlai?
The pincode of Borlai is 454446.
What is the population of Borlai?
Borlai has a total population of 1,979, including 980 males and 999 females.
How many households are there in Borlai?
There are 355 households in Borlai.
What is the literacy rate in Borlai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borlai is 38.15%. Male literacy is 45.20% and female literacy is 31.23%.