Borsut - Sangameshwar, Ratnagiri
Borsut is a village situated in the Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devrukh and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Borsut village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borsut is 565775. The village covers a total geographical area of 273.19 hectares and falls under the 415801 pincode. Ratnagiri is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Borsut village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chiplun Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borsut
According to the 2011 Census, Borsut village had a total population of 458 people, including 243 males and 215 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.28%, with male literacy at 97.83% and female literacy at 77.56%.
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 | 458 | 243 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 384 | 225 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 18 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Borsut
Borsut 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sayale | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Vighravali | South | 2.59 km |
| Muchari | West | 2.67 km |
| Sonavade | South-West | 3.06 km |
| Kule | North-East | 3.32 km |
| Washi Tarf Sangameshwar | North-East | 3.35 km |
| Wadavesarad | North-West | 3.80 km |
| Bhimnagar | North-West | 3.88 km |
| Katavali | South-East | 3.99 km |
| Kalambaste | North | 4.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Borsut
Borsut is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sangmeshwar, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Ratnagiri to Borsut is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borsut
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borsut 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Borsut
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borsut village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Borsut
Where is Borsut located?
Borsut village is located in Sangameshwar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Borsut?
Borsut is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Borsut?
The pincode of Borsut is 415801.
What is the population of Borsut?
Borsut had a total population of 458, including 243 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Borsut?
Borsut had 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Borsut?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borsut was 88.28%. Male literacy was 97.83% and female literacy was 77.56%.