Borale - Mangalvedhe, Solapur
Borale is a village situated in the Mangalvedhe tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangalvedhe and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Borale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borale is 562635. The village covers a total geographical area of 2718.51 hectares and falls under the 413305 pincode. Mangalvedhe is the nearest town, located about 14 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 Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borale
As per Census 2011, Borale village has a total population of 4,832 people, consisting of 2,452 males and 2,380 females. The village has 1,045 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 616 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,187 literate and 1,645 illiterate residents. Additionally, 662 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,832 | 2,452 | 2,380 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 616 | 324 | 292 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 662 | 339 | 323 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 3,187 | 1,819 | 1,368 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,645 | 633 | 1,012 |
Nearby Villages of Borale
Borale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rahatewadi | North | 3.66 km |
| Mundhewadi | North-West | 4.47 km |
| Donaj | South | 4.71 km |
| Tamdardi | North | 5.52 km |
| Tandor | North-East | 5.57 km |
| Sidhdapur | East | 5.64 km |
| Dasur | South | 6.10 km |
| Machanur | North | 6.92 km |
| Bhalewadi | South-West | 6.94 km |
| Lamantanda | South | 8.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Borale
Borale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mundhewadi, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.8 km.
| 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 Mangalvedhe to Borale is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Borale is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Borale
Where is Borale located?
Borale village is located in Mangalvedhe Tehsil, Solapur 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 413305.
What is the population of Borale?
Borale has a total population of 4,832, including 2,452 males and 2,380 females.
How many households are there in Borale?
There are 1,045 households in Borale.
What is the literacy rate in Borale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borale is 65.96%. Male literacy is 74.18% and female literacy is 57.48%.