Borood - Manawar, Dhar
Borood is a village situated in the Manawar tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manawar and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Borood village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borood is 475667. The village covers a total geographical area of 807.15 hectares and falls under the 454446 pincode. Manawar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Borood village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Borood
As per Census 2011, Borood village has a total population of 1,973 people, consisting of 980 males and 993 females. The village has 401 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 310 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,047 literate and 926 illiterate residents. Additionally, 160 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 846 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borood are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,973 | 980 | 993 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 310 | 156 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 160 | 85 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 846 | 406 | 440 |
| Literate Population | 1,047 | 627 | 420 |
| Illiterate Population | 926 | 353 | 573 |
Nearby Villages of Borood
Borood 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mehtakhedi | South | 1.66 km |
| Jhapadi | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Guradiya | North | 2.01 km |
| Dedla | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Daswi | North | 3.04 km |
| Borli | East | 3.47 km |
| Khumanpura | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Singhana | West | 3.70 km |
| Anjanya | North-West | 4.23 km |
| Pachkheda | South-East | 4.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Borood
Borood 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 82.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manawar to Borood is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Borood is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borood
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borood village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Borood
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borood 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Borood
Where is Borood located?
Borood village is located in Manawar Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borood?
Borood is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Borood?
The pincode of Borood is 454446.
What is the population of Borood?
Borood has a total population of 1,973, including 980 males and 993 females.
How many households are there in Borood?
There are 401 households in Borood.
What is the literacy rate in Borood?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borood is 53.07%. Male literacy is 63.98% and female literacy is 42.30%.