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
As per Census 2011, Borada village has a total population of 891 people, consisting of 444 males and 447 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 487 literate and 404 illiterate residents. Additionally, 133 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borada are given below:
| 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 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 891, including 444 males and 447 females.
How many households are there in Borada?
There are 204 households in Borada.
What is the literacy rate in Borada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borada is 54.66%. Male literacy is 65.54% and female literacy is 43.85%.