Botarde - Junnar, Pune
Botarde is a village situated in the Junnar tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junnar and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Botarde village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Botarde is 555334. The village covers a total geographical area of 492 hectares and falls under the 410502 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Botarde village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Botarde
According to the 2011 Census, Botarde village had a total population of 1,436 people, including 717 males and 719 females, living in 290 households. The sex ratio was 1,003 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.33%, with male literacy at 88.32% and female literacy at 72.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 56, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 802.
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 | 1,436 | 717 | 719 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 92 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 802 | 404 | 398 |
| Literate Population | 1,021 | 552 | 469 |
| Illiterate Population | 415 | 165 | 250 |
Nearby Villages of Botarde
Botarde 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Surale | North | 1.63 km |
| Ralegan | West | 2.03 km |
| Belsar | East | 2.10 km |
| Wanewadi | North-West | 2.77 km |
| Aptale | North | 2.78 km |
| Tambe | South-West | 3.18 km |
| Shivali | West | 3.45 km |
| Nirgude | East | 3.68 km |
| Keli | North-West | 3.74 km |
| Kale | South | 3.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Botarde
Botarde is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shelu, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junnar to Botarde is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Botarde is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Botarde
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Botarde 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Botarde
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Botarde 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Botarde
Where is Botarde located?
Botarde village is located in Junnar Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Botarde?
Botarde is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Botarde?
The pincode of Botarde is 410502.
What is the population of Botarde?
Botarde had a total population of 1,436, including 717 males and 719 females.
How many households are there in Botarde?
Botarde had 290 households.
What is the literacy rate in Botarde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Botarde was 80.33%. Male literacy was 88.32% and female literacy was 72.60%.