Borghar - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Borghar is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 173 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Apati serves as the Village Panchayat for Borghar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borghar is 564942. The village covers a total geographical area of 297 hectares and falls under the 415712 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Borghar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borghar
According to the 2011 Census, Borghar village had a total population of 120 people, including 50 males and 70 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,400 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.82%, with male literacy at 97.87% and female literacy at 75.38%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 120 | 50 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 95 | 46 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 4 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Borghar
Borghar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shirde | South | 1.73 km |
| Apti | East | 1.74 km |
| Brahmanwadi | West | 1.91 km |
| Talsure | North | 2.06 km |
| Walane | South-West | 2.47 km |
| Sadave | South-East | 2.98 km |
| Nargoli | North-East | 3.08 km |
| Sadavali | South | 3.54 km |
| Jalgaon | West | 4.00 km |
| Kumbhave | East | 4.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Borghar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Borghar. The nearest railway station is Khed, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Dapoli Camp to Borghar is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Borghar is about 173 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borghar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borghar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Borghar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borghar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Borghar
Where is Borghar located?
Borghar village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Borghar?
The Village Panchayat of Borghar is Apati.
What is the pincode of Borghar?
The pincode of Borghar is 415712.
What is the population of Borghar?
Borghar had a total population of 120, including 50 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Borghar?
Borghar had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Borghar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borghar was 84.82%. Male literacy was 97.87% and female literacy was 75.38%.