Botkul
Botkul is a village located in Nilanga tehsil of Latur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Nilanga (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Latur. As per 2009 stats, Botkul village is also a gram panchayat.
Botkul has its own place in the vibrant Latur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Botkul
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Botkul is 560797. The village spans a total geographical area of 486.75 hectares. Nilanga is nearest town to Botkul village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
When it comes to local governance, Botkul village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Nilanga Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Latur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Botkul
Population of Botkul
Below is a concise population overview of Botkul as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 1,509 | 811 | 698 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 98 | 83 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 264 | 146 | 118 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,007 | 594 | 413 |
Illiterate Population | 502 | 217 | 285 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Botkul village:
- The total population of Botkul village is around 1,509, including approximately 811 males and 698 females, with a sex ratio of 860 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 181 children aged 0–6 years in Botkul village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Botkul village has 264 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Botkul village is about 66.73%, with male literacy at 73.24% and female literacy at 59.17%.
- There are around 332 households in Botkul village.
Connectivity of Botkul
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Botkul. As per the 2011 stats, Botkul had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Botkul
Knowing the nearby villages of Botkul helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Botkul.
Frequently Asked Questions about Botkul
- Where is Botkul located?
- Botkul village is situated in Nilanga Tehsil, within the Latur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Botkul?
- Botkul serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Botkul as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Botkul is 1,509, with 811 males and 698 females.
- How many households are there in Botkul as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Botkul village has a total of 332 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Botkul as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Botkul is 66.73%. The male literacy rate is 73.24%, while the female literacy rate is 59.17%.