Borul - Solapur South, Solapur
Borul is a village situated in the Solapur South tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from Solapur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Borul village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borul is 562746. The village covers a total geographical area of 636 hectares and falls under the 413215 pincode. Solapur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Borul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Solapur South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borul
According to the 2011 Census, Borul village had a total population of 724 people, including 372 males and 352 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.26%, with male literacy at 83.28% and female literacy at 55.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53.
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 | 724 | 372 | 352 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 61 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 22 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 428 | 259 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 113 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Borul
Borul 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Alegaon | East | 2.50 km |
| Tillehal | North | 3.17 km |
| Kanbas | South | 3.18 km |
| Aherwadi | West | 3.56 km |
| Ingalgi | East | 3.75 km |
| Auj Aherwadi | North-East | 4.04 km |
| Bankalgi | West | 5.06 km |
| Hipale | North | 5.23 km |
| Shirval | South-East | 5.58 km |
| Achegaon | North-East | 5.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Borul
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Borul. The nearest railway station is Aherwadi, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Solapur to Borul is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Borul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borul 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Borul
Where is Borul located?
Borul village is located in Solapur South Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borul?
Borul is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Borul?
The pincode of Borul is 413215.
What is the population of Borul?
Borul had a total population of 724, including 372 males and 352 females.
How many households are there in Borul?
Borul had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Borul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borul was 69.26%. Male literacy was 83.28% and female literacy was 55.05%.