Botingoo - Dangarpora, Baramulla
Botingoo is a village situated in the Dangarpora tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Sopore and around 30 km from Baramulla. Botingoo A serves as the Gram Panchayat for Botingoo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Botingoo is 002192. The village covers a total geographical area of 414.4 hectares and falls under the 193201 pincode. Sopore is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Botingoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Botingoo
According to the 2011 Census, Botingoo village had a total population of 4,440 people, including 2,192 males and 2,248 females, living in 754 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.61%, with male literacy at 74.97% and female literacy at 56.53%.
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 | 4,440 | 2,192 | 2,248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 578 | 290 | 288 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,534 | 1,426 | 1,108 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,906 | 766 | 1,140 |
Nearby Villages of Botingoo
Botingoo 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 Botingoo
Botingoo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Botingoo.
| 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 Sopore to Botingoo is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Botingoo is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Botingoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Botingoo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Botingoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Botingoo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Botingoo
Where is Botingoo located?
Botingoo village is located in Dangarpora Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Botingoo?
The Gram Panchayat of Botingoo is Botingoo A.
What is the pincode of Botingoo?
The pincode of Botingoo is 193201.
What is the population of Botingoo?
Botingoo had a total population of 4,440, including 2,192 males and 2,248 females.
How many households are there in Botingoo?
Botingoo had 754 households.
What is the literacy rate in Botingoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Botingoo was 65.61%. Male literacy was 74.97% and female literacy was 56.53%.