Botha - Chhotedongar, Narayanpur
Botha is a village situated in the Chhotedongar tehsil of Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 40 km from Narayanpur and around 40 km from Narayanpur. Toynar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Botha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Botha is 449773. The village covers a total geographical area of 390.92 hectares and falls under the 494661 pincode. Narayanpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Botha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narayanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Botha
According to the 2011 Census, Botha village had a total population of 558 people, including 268 males and 290 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 1,082 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 15.40%, with male literacy at 22.06% and female literacy at 9.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 293.
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 | 558 | 268 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 64 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 293 | 141 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 45 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 491 | 223 | 268 |
Nearby Villages of Botha
Botha 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 Botha
Botha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narayanpur to Botha is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Botha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Botha 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 Botha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Botha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Botha
Where is Botha located?
Botha village is located in Chhotedongar Tehsil, Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Botha?
The Gram Panchayat of Botha is Toynar.
What is the pincode of Botha?
The pincode of Botha is 494661.
What is the population of Botha?
Botha had a total population of 558, including 268 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Botha?
Botha had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Botha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Botha was 15.40%. Male literacy was 22.06% and female literacy was 9.52%.