Borthade - Lanja, Ratnagiri
Borthade is a village situated in the Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 59 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanja and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Waked serves as the Village Panchayat for Borthade village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borthade is 565956. The village covers a total geographical area of 383 hectares and falls under the 416701 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Borthade village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borthade
According to the 2011 Census, Borthade village had a total population of 209 people, including 95 males and 114 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 1,200 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.11%, with male literacy at 91.40% and female literacy at 64.81%.
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 | 209 | 95 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 155 | 85 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 10 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Borthade
Borthade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vangule | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Waked | North-East | 1.97 km |
| Nivkholwadi | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Chuna Kolwan | South-West | 2.72 km |
| Mandrul | South | 3.05 km |
| Kuve | North | 3.05 km |
| Indavati | West | 3.37 km |
| Panhale | North | 3.70 km |
| Watul | South-East | 4.27 km |
| Wadavali | South-West | 4.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Borthade
Borthade is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vilavade, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajapur to Borthade is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Borthade is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borthade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borthade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Borthade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borthade 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 Borthade
Where is Borthade located?
Borthade village is located in Lanja Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Borthade?
The Village Panchayat of Borthade is Waked.
What is the pincode of Borthade?
The pincode of Borthade is 416701.
What is the population of Borthade?
Borthade had a total population of 209, including 95 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Borthade?
Borthade had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Borthade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borthade was 77.11%. Male literacy was 91.40% and female literacy was 64.81%.