Borwani - Jaora, Ratlam
Borwani is a village situated in the Jaora tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaora and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Sakarkhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Borwani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borwani is 470077. The village covers a total geographical area of 439.38 hectares and falls under the 457336 pincode. Jaora is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Borwani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borwani
As per Census 2011, Borwani village has a total population of 755 people, consisting of 372 males and 383 females. The village has 170 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 309 literate and 446 illiterate residents. Additionally, 198 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 37 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borwani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 755 | 372 | 383 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 52 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 97 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 195 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 446 | 177 | 269 |
Nearby Villages of Borwani
Borwani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Asawati | South-East | 1.87 km |
| Bhadka | South-West | 2.53 km |
| Lasudiya | North-East | 2.58 km |
| Sihor | West | 2.77 km |
| Khajurinag | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Karankhedi | North | 3.80 km |
| Marmya | South-East | 3.82 km |
| Ana Khedi | South | 4.26 km |
| Shakkar Khedi (dewas) | South-West | 4.35 km |
| Arnya Gujar | West | 4.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Borwani
Borwani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kachnara Road, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaora to Borwani is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Borwani 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 Borwani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borwani 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Borwani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borwani 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Borwani
Where is Borwani located?
Borwani village is located in Jaora Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borwani?
The Gram Panchayat of Borwani is Sakarkhedi.
What is the pincode of Borwani?
The pincode of Borwani is 457336.
What is the population of Borwani?
Borwani has a total population of 755, including 372 males and 383 females.
How many households are there in Borwani?
There are 170 households in Borwani.
What is the literacy rate in Borwani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borwani is 40.93%. Male literacy is 52.42% and female literacy is 29.77%.