Botetong - Usur, Bijapur
Botetong is a village situated in the Usur tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 85 km from the tehsil headquarters in Usur and around 136 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Udtapalla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Botetong village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Botetong is 450976. The village covers a total geographical area of 2076.84 hectares and falls under the 494447 pincode. Jagdalpur is the nearest town, located about 300 km away.
Botetong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Botetong
As per Census 2011, Botetong village has a total population of 182 people, consisting of 82 males and 100 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 1,219 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 45 literate and 137 illiterate residents. Additionally, 181 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Botetong are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 182 | 82 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 181 | 81 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 18 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 64 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Botetong
Botetong 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 Botetong
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Botetong.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Jagdalpur to Botetong is about 300 km, with a usual travel time of around ~8.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Botetong is about 136 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Botetong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Botetong village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Botetong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Botetong 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Botetong
Where is Botetong located?
Botetong village is located in Usur Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Botetong?
The Gram Panchayat of Botetong is Udtapalla.
What is the pincode of Botetong?
The pincode of Botetong is 494447.
What is the population of Botetong?
Botetong has a total population of 182, including 82 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Botetong?
There are 42 households in Botetong.
What is the literacy rate in Botetong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Botetong is 24.73%. Male literacy is 21.95% and female literacy is 27.00%.