Botoshi - Mokhada, Palghar
Botoshi is a village situated in the Mokhada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 31 km from Mokhada and around 165 km from Thane. Botoshi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Botoshi is 551992. The village covers a total geographical area of 1332 hectares and falls under the 401604 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 165 km away.
Botoshi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Botoshi
According to the 2011 Census, Botoshi village had a total population of 1,258 people, including 619 males and 639 females, living in 246 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.98%, with male literacy at 48.23% and female literacy at 28.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,253.
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 | 1,258 | 619 | 639 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 140 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,253 | 616 | 637 |
| Literate Population | 376 | 231 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 882 | 388 | 494 |
Nearby Villages of Botoshi
Botoshi 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 Botoshi
Public transport in the Botoshi is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Jawhar to Botoshi is about 165 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Botoshi is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Botoshi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Botoshi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Botoshi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Botoshi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Botoshi
Where is Botoshi located?
Botoshi village is located in Mokhada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Botoshi?
Botoshi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Botoshi?
The pincode of Botoshi is 401604.
What is the population of Botoshi?
Botoshi had a total population of 1,258, including 619 males and 639 females.
How many households are there in Botoshi?
Botoshi had 246 households.
What is the literacy rate in Botoshi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Botoshi was 37.98%. Male literacy was 48.23% and female literacy was 28.38%.