Botlacheru - Aheri, Gadchiroli
Botlacheru is a village situated in the Aheri tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aheri and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Kishtapur (vel) serves as the Village Panchayat for Botlacheru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Botlacheru is 539833. The village covers a total geographical area of 910.57 hectares and falls under the 442703 pincode. Ballarpur is the nearest town, located about 121 km away.
Botlacheru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Botlacheru
According to the 2011 Census, Botlacheru village had a total population of 468 people, including 223 males and 245 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 1,099 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.88%, with male literacy at 67.66% and female literacy at 60.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 450.
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 | 468 | 223 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 22 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 450 | 215 | 235 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 136 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 87 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Botlacheru
Botlacheru 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 Botlacheru
Botlacheru is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ballarpur to Botlacheru is about 121 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Botlacheru is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Botlacheru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Botlacheru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Botlacheru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Botlacheru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Botlacheru
Where is Botlacheru located?
Botlacheru village is located in Aheri Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Botlacheru?
The Village Panchayat of Botlacheru is Kishtapur (vel).
What is the pincode of Botlacheru?
The pincode of Botlacheru is 442703.
What is the population of Botlacheru?
Botlacheru had a total population of 468, including 223 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Botlacheru?
Botlacheru had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Botlacheru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Botlacheru was 63.88%. Male literacy was 67.66% and female literacy was 60.37%.