Borpadale - Panhala, Kolhapur
Borpadale is a village situated in the Panhala tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Panhala and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Borpadale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borpadale is 567148. The village covers a total geographical area of 931.83 hectares and falls under the 416213 pincode. Kolhapur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Borpadale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahuwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borpadale
As per Census 2011, Borpadale village has a total population of 3,133 people, consisting of 1,655 males and 1,478 females. The village has 667 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 302 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,332 literate and 801 illiterate residents. Additionally, 371 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 105 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borpadale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,133 | 1,655 | 1,478 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 177 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 371 | 194 | 177 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 105 | 57 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 2,332 | 1,324 | 1,008 |
| Illiterate Population | 801 | 331 | 470 |
Nearby Villages of Borpadale
Borpadale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mitharwadi | South | 1.59 km |
| Shahapur | East | 2.02 km |
| Arale | North | 2.04 km |
| Devale | West | 2.19 km |
| Nebapur | South-East | 2.66 km |
| Apati | South-West | 2.76 km |
| Navali | South-West | 2.99 km |
| Paijarwadi | West | 3.17 km |
| Ambavade | South | 3.46 km |
| Mohare | North-East | 3.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Borpadale
Public transport in the Borpadale is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is C Shahu M Raj Kolhapur Term, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kolhapur to Borpadale is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borpadale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borpadale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Borpadale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borpadale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Borpadale
Where is Borpadale located?
Borpadale village is located in Panhala Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borpadale?
Borpadale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Borpadale?
The pincode of Borpadale is 416213.
What is the population of Borpadale?
Borpadale has a total population of 3,133, including 1,655 males and 1,478 females.
How many households are there in Borpadale?
There are 667 households in Borpadale.
What is the literacy rate in Borpadale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borpadale is 74.43%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 68.20%.