Borthal - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Borthal is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 170 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Sukondi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Borthal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borthal is 564817. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.34 hectares and falls under the 415714 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Borthal 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 Borthal
As per Census 2011, Borthal village has a total population of 342 people, consisting of 134 males and 208 females. The village has 111 households and a sex ratio of 1,552 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 199 literate and 143 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borthal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 342 | 134 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 26 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 81 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 53 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Borthal
Borthal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ilane | North | 1.40 km |
| Lonvadi | West | 1.46 km |
| Sukondi | East | 1.87 km |
| Waghivane | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Murdi | South | 1.95 km |
| Anjarla | South-West | 2.05 km |
| Tadachakond | West | 2.59 km |
| Malvi | North | 2.75 km |
| Satamba | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Padale | West | 3.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Borthal
Borthal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vinhere, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Dapoli Camp to Borthal is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Borthal is about 170 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 Borthal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borthal 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 Borthal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borthal 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 Borthal
Where is Borthal located?
Borthal village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borthal?
The Gram Panchayat of Borthal is Sukondi.
What is the pincode of Borthal?
The pincode of Borthal is 415714.
What is the population of Borthal?
Borthal has a total population of 342, including 134 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Borthal?
There are 111 households in Borthal.
What is the literacy rate in Borthal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borthal is 58.19%. Male literacy is 60.45% and female literacy is 56.73%.