Borale - Jawhar, Palghar
Borale is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from Jawhar and around 121 km from Thane. Borale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borale is 551900. The village covers a total geographical area of 886 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Borale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borale
As per Census 2011, Borale village has a total population of 1,627 people, consisting of 798 males and 829 females. The village has 361 households and a sex ratio of 1,038 females per 1,000 males. There are 297 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 616 literate and 1,011 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,617 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,627 | 798 | 829 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 138 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,617 | 793 | 824 |
| Literate Population | 616 | 350 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,011 | 448 | 563 |
Nearby Villages of Borale
Borale is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Borale
Borale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawhar to Borale is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Borale is about 121 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Borale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Borale
Where is Borale located?
Borale village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borale?
Borale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Borale?
The pincode of Borale is 401603.
What is the population of Borale?
Borale has a total population of 1,627, including 798 males and 829 females.
How many households are there in Borale?
There are 361 households in Borale.
What is the literacy rate in Borale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borale is 37.86%. Male literacy is 43.86% and female literacy is 32.09%.