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
According to the 2011 Census, Borale village had a total population of 4,832 people, including 2,452 males and 2,380 females, living in 1,045 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.59%, with male literacy at 85.48% and female literacy at 65.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 662, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 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 had a total population of 4,832, including 2,452 males and 2,380 females.
How many households are there in Borale?
Borale had 1,045 households.
What is the literacy rate in Borale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borale was 75.59%. Male literacy was 85.48% and female literacy was 65.52%.