Bothu - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Bothu is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Dongargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bothu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bothu is 477116. The village covers a total geographical area of 254.92 hectares and falls under the 451228 pincode. Kasrawad is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Bothu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bothu
According to the 2011 Census, Bothu village had a total population of 550 people, including 287 males and 263 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.03%, with male literacy at 84.27% and female literacy at 67.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 47.
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 | 550 | 287 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 39 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 368 | 209 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 78 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Bothu
Bothu 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 Bothu
Bothu 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kasrawad to Bothu is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Bothu is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bothu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bothu 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bothu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bothu 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bothu
Where is Bothu located?
Bothu village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bothu?
The Gram Panchayat of Bothu is Dongargaon.
What is the pincode of Bothu?
The pincode of Bothu is 451228.
What is the population of Bothu?
Bothu had a total population of 550, including 287 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Bothu?
Bothu had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bothu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bothu was 76.03%. Male literacy was 84.27% and female literacy was 67.37%.