Borada - Surada, Ganjam
Borada is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Badagada and around 105 km from Chatrapur. Borada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borada is 410999. The village covers a total geographical area of 213 hectares and falls under the 761109 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 111 km away.
Borada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borada
According to the 2011 Census, Borada village had a total population of 891 people, including 444 males and 447 females, living in 204 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.25%, with male literacy at 77.81% and female literacy at 51.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 133, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 891 | 444 | 447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 70 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 64 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 487 | 291 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 404 | 153 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Borada
Borada is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Borada
Borada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Brahmapur to Borada is about 111 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Borada is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borada 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 Borada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Borada
Where is Borada located?
Borada village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Borada?
Borada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Borada?
The pincode of Borada is 761109.
What is the population of Borada?
Borada had a total population of 891, including 444 males and 447 females.
How many households are there in Borada?
Borada had 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Borada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borada was 64.25%. Male literacy was 77.81% and female literacy was 51.04%.