Botona - Karanja, Wardha
Botona is a village situated in the Karanja tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanja and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Botona village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Botona is 533540. The village covers a total geographical area of 716.63 hectares and falls under the 442201 pincode. Arvi is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Botona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Botona
As per Census 2011, Botona village has a total population of 1,305 people, consisting of 672 males and 633 females. The village has 311 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,032 literate and 273 illiterate residents. Additionally, 292 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Botona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,305 | 672 | 633 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 60 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 292 | 148 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,032 | 560 | 472 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 112 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Botona
Botona 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhanora | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Wadi | West | 2.73 km |
| Ekamba | South-East | 2.81 km |
| Bambarda | South-West | 3.09 km |
| Pardi | East | 3.31 km |
| Chamala | West | 3.80 km |
| Karola | North-West | 3.84 km |
| Moi | North | 4.28 km |
| Sarwadi | South | 4.47 km |
| Palora | South-East | 4.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Botona
Botona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Warud Orange City, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.5 km.
| 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 Arvi to Botona is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Botona is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Botona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Botona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Botona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Botona 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Botona
Where is Botona located?
Botona village is located in Karanja Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Botona?
Botona is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Botona?
The pincode of Botona is 442201.
What is the population of Botona?
Botona has a total population of 1,305, including 672 males and 633 females.
How many households are there in Botona?
There are 311 households in Botona.
What is the literacy rate in Botona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Botona is 79.08%. Male literacy is 83.33% and female literacy is 74.57%.