Botrai - Patharia, Damoh
Botrai is a village situated in the Patharia tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patharia and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Damoh. Botrai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Botrai is 462130. The village covers a total geographical area of 2002.96 hectares and falls under the 470666 pincode. Patharia is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Botrai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Botrai
As per Census 2011, Botrai village has a total population of 4,778 people, consisting of 2,527 males and 2,251 females. The village has 1,038 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 742 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,946 literate and 1,832 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,320 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 131 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Botrai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,778 | 2,527 | 2,251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 742 | 380 | 362 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,320 | 705 | 615 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 62 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 2,946 | 1,803 | 1,143 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,832 | 724 | 1,108 |
Nearby Villages of Botrai
Botrai is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Umraho | South | 3.75 km |
| Keolari Pathariya | West | 3.76 km |
| Tila | East | 3.76 km |
| Mirjapur | East | 4.06 km |
| Sujnipur | South-West | 4.18 km |
| Neguwan | North | 4.19 km |
| Kodar Madhi | North-West | 4.35 km |
| Satpara | North-East | 5.18 km |
| Jamuniya Mal. | South-West | 5.44 km |
| Bansoli | East | 5.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Botrai
Botrai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Patharia, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patharia to Botrai is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Damoh to Botrai is about 33 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 Botrai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Botrai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Botrai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Botrai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Botrai
Where is Botrai located?
Botrai village is located in Patharia Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Botrai?
Botrai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Botrai?
The pincode of Botrai is 470666.
What is the population of Botrai?
Botrai has a total population of 4,778, including 2,527 males and 2,251 females.
How many households are there in Botrai?
There are 1,038 households in Botrai.
What is the literacy rate in Botrai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Botrai is 61.66%. Male literacy is 71.35% and female literacy is 50.78%.