Borta - Murtijapur, Akola
Borta is a village situated in the Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murtijapur and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Borta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borta is 530235. The village covers a total geographical area of 609.75 hectares and falls under the 444106 pincode. Murtijapur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Borta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borta
As per Census 2011, Borta village has a total population of 1,291 people, consisting of 661 males and 630 females. The village has 302 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 951 literate and 340 illiterate residents. Additionally, 687 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 75 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,291 | 661 | 630 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 47 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 687 | 352 | 335 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 36 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 951 | 544 | 407 |
| Illiterate Population | 340 | 117 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Borta
Borta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gunjwada | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Rohana | East | 1.94 km |
| Sirtala | South-West | 2.12 km |
| Lonsana | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Langhapur | South | 2.52 km |
| Kolsara | North | 2.83 km |
| Takwada. | West | 2.87 km |
| Ballarkhed | East | 2.91 km |
| Sahadatpur | South | 3.61 km |
| Dapura | North-West | 3.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Borta
Borta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mana, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murtijapur to Borta is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Borta is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Borta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Borta
Where is Borta located?
Borta village is located in Murtijapur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borta?
Borta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Borta?
The pincode of Borta is 444106.
What is the population of Borta?
Borta has a total population of 1,291, including 661 males and 630 females.
How many households are there in Borta?
There are 302 households in Borta.
What is the literacy rate in Borta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borta is 73.66%. Male literacy is 82.30% and female literacy is 64.60%.