Borad - Talode, Nandurbar
Borad is a village situated in the Talode tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talode and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Borod serves as the Gram Panchayat for Borad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borad is 525431. The village covers a total geographical area of 2716 hectares and falls under the 425442 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Borad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borad
As per Census 2011, Borad village has a total population of 7,017 people, consisting of 3,492 males and 3,525 females. The village has 1,338 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 853 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,105 literate and 2,912 illiterate residents. Additionally, 559 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,589 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,017 | 3,492 | 3,525 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 853 | 449 | 404 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 559 | 267 | 292 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,589 | 1,787 | 1,802 |
| Literate Population | 4,105 | 2,276 | 1,829 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,912 | 1,216 | 1,696 |
Nearby Villages of Borad
Borad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ashte Tarfe Borad | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Kalmadi.ta.bo | East | 2.92 km |
| Welavad | North-East | 3.36 km |
| Kalamsare | West | 3.42 km |
| Kharwad | South | 3.80 km |
| Mod | South-West | 4.14 km |
| Nyuban | North-West | 4.18 km |
| Lakhapur (rev) | North | 4.20 km |
| Sonval.ta.bo | South-East | 4.29 km |
| Wadi | North-East | 4.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Borad
Borad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tisi, while the nearest airport is Vadodara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talode to Borad is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Borad is about 45 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 Borad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Borad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borad 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Borad
Where is Borad located?
Borad village is located in Talode Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borad?
The Gram Panchayat of Borad is Borod.
What is the pincode of Borad?
The pincode of Borad is 425442.
What is the population of Borad?
Borad has a total population of 7,017, including 3,492 males and 3,525 females.
How many households are there in Borad?
There are 1,338 households in Borad.
What is the literacy rate in Borad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borad is 58.50%. Male literacy is 65.18% and female literacy is 51.89%.